Many of us think that when we disagree we are rude, arrogant, not grateful, or something similar to these. And this is the reason why others say 'yes' to something they don't like.
Truth is, saying 'no' isn't such a bad thing in a lot of ways. It's not something that defines your gratefulness, your sincerity, and your decency.
Whenever you're not comfortable, whenever you think it's not appropriate, and whenever you don't feel like it, it is always okay to say no. You have the right to say no. You even have the right to remain silent and say 'no' to answering questions. As what the law implies.
Did you know that in other countries like the USA, when a police officer asks you to pull over and you say, "I don't answer questions' no matter what they ask you about, they should respect that. Well, given the fact that you aren't (obviously) guilty of anything against the law or if you have a warrant or whatnot. At least this is what I heard and watched.
Saying 'no' and disagreeing with things that you are not comfortable with is a practice that says you respect yourself. And when you respect yourself, it means you love yourself. When you respect and love yourself, no one can give you less respect and love for yourself.
Saying this (no) however, should be in a proper manner as much as possible. Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying that saying 'no' is always good. Common sense enters the picture now.
Saying 'no' to bad things in general and bad for you is one thing, saying 'no' to things things that creates great opportunity,thus, is a different story. I hope I'm making it clear so to not be blamed of someone's decision based on my statement.
With that being said, go and say 'no' to abusing relationships, say 'no' to bullying, say 'no' to personal attacks and insulting, say 'no' to disrespects, say 'no' to things that's not good for you and for anyone. πππ
Very well said. Sometimes, saying 'no' does not make you less of a person, or do not consider you a horrible one. There are certain situations where you SHOULD actually say no or disagree. Specially when things get messy, and you think you are at risk.