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Find the right words to say
  • Communication
  • Relationships
  • Friendship
  • Dating
  • Texting
  • Work
  • Love
  • Parenting
  • Mental health
  • Family
  • Self-care
  • Personal growth
  • Sarcasm
  • About us
  • AI Laptop Empire (eBook)

Breaking the News Gently

How to let someone down easy when you don’t want a relationship

Communication Assertive Communication Being Honest with Others
There’s no denying it: letting someone down easy can be one of the most uncomfortable conversations…

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