What to say when they say “I value our friendship”

The power of a simple phrase can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to something as…

How to respond to “I want to be your partner in every sense” when you’re not interested

Handling sensitive conversations can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to matters of the…

What to say when someone asks you to be their plus one and you’re not interested

Handling those awkward social invitations can be a delicate matter. You don’t want to hurt someone’s…

How to turn down a romantic gesture without hurting their feelings

So you’ve found yourself in a delicate situation where someone has made a romantic gesture towards…

When they say “I want to spend the rest of my life with you” and you’re not interested

Handling the Situation with Care and Honesty When someone tells you that they want to spend…

What to say when someone asks you to be exclusive and you’re not interested

Handling conversations about exclusivity can be tricky, especially when you’re not interested in committing to someone.…

How to turn down a date invitation without hurting their feelings

Handling rejection can be tough, and it’s even harder when you’re the one doing the rejecting.…

How to respond to flirting when you’re not attracted

When it comes to responding to flirting, it can be a delicate matter, especially when you’re…

When they ask you to be their music critic, what to say

Dealing with friends who ask for your opinion on their creative endeavors can be a delicate…

What to say when someone asks “Can I borrow money?”

Handling those awkward conversations with friends can be a real challenge. One of the most common…