How do you tell someone no in a nice way when they asked for alot of favors?
143183
I often just giggle and ask, "What's in it for me?" and if they can't give me an acceptable answer, then I tell them, "sorry, I really cannot do that..." I do not do a lot of favours for people. I will do them for a few people now ad then, but rarely. I use to be the one who did favours for everyoe. Got tired of being taken advantage of, so now I just say, no can do, sorry.
1023440
There really is no way to say no nicely.  You need to look out for yourself in this area.  If no is what you want then no is what you need to go after.  If he doesn't want to be friends with you after you say no then it is a REALLY good thing you did say no.  Who needs people that are going to use you like that.  If you say no and he stays with you, maybe later, no will turn into yes.  Stay true to yourself and don't give into pressure.  That will just lead you to misery.
1175580
Pay that No mind. When people say things like that they usually want what you have. Unless you know for sure or hear it from a VERY reliable source, let it go and hold on .
512213
Either tell them you don't have any or buy them the 10 pack of gum from the store. Or just ask them this question.
641536
tell them in advance, let them know that u are not asking for permission but adviseing them on the change. tell them u want things to beok that way u can visit any time w/o any hard feelings. thats what i did. at 1st they will be upset. give em some time and then they will miss u and call u and ask u to visit them etc. make sure that u reasure them that u will call em a lot, stay over sometimes etc. good luck, make sure that they are ok cause ur going to need their help.
649185
One response you can give is to smile and say, "Why do you ask?"  Sometimes you can then ask them the same question they asked you.  The key is to not get upset about it.  If they were trying to annoy you on purpose, they get annoyed because you aren't annoyed.  And thus, they cannot take advantage of you.\n\nIf the asker is very sincere, a better response might be, "That's something that I don't feel comfortable answering."  They're likely to appreciate the honesty.
5472
Turning it into a joke usually works the best for me. For instance if someone asks how much is your rent, you can reply with "Too much! Way too much, in fact i think i'll stop paying it soon and live in a cardboard box", or if someone asks how much you make, i've used "not enough, i'm really not sure i'll be able to pay off my private jet any time soon". Something along those lines usually lets the person know that you are not willing to give out specifics, yet at the same time it's not rude or hurtful to them.
300364
Just say, "I make enough to be comfortable".  \n\nMy grandfather taught me it was rude to inquire about financial status, unless of course you were courting the man, then ask away.
37829
Tell her "no".  It could get you in trouble later.
1025251
Just ask for them, direct approach is always the best approach. Always impose on your calls, don't be rude ok.
129509
if you like the food then take it and say thanks\nif you don't like it, just say no\n\nbut I suggest you not to accept food from people you don't know 'cause it might makes you sick.
203645
I tell you I could have wrote this question about 15 years ago.\n\nYou can say No in a nice firm way without people getting upset, and just because you say No doesn't mean you are a bad person.\n\nIt means you have some control over your life.\n\nI am giving a very odd example but lets say your friend want you to help them move, and wants you at their house at 5 am to help.\n\nYou want to help, but you don't want to get up that early, after all it is your weekend and you want to sleep in. You say yes and you are going to be hating yourself the whole weekend and your friend too for making it such a early start.\n\nHere is how you say No...I'm sorry I would love to be there at 5 am but I really need to get more sleep lately..I will be at your house at 9 am and am committed to 5 hours to help you on one day...the next day I will come by and help you for X number of hours.\n\nThe point is you have set a boundary. They want your help this is what you are offering them...take it or leave it...most people will be happy you can help at all.\n\nIf it something you really don't want to do and don't want to feel like a bad person tell them "You know I would love to but....\n\nMy grandma is in town and I promised my parents I would spend the day with her.\n\nI have a final I have to study for and if I don't ace it this will affect my grades.\n\nThink of situations that apply to you and work from there.\n\nIf it is something you want to do but it is not a good time for you just say something like...\n\nIt's not a good time for me right now can I get this back to you within the hour? (If desperate most people will say yes)\n\nI am on a deadline for Mr. X and if you need these copies I can do them for you but you may not get them until late afternoon. (I find most lazy people don't want to wait that long and miraculously figure out how to use the copier themselves if they think they have to wait. :D)\n\nAnyway I am sorry this is so long and I hope this helped some.
524109
It really does depend on what the question is. If you're being asked out and you don't like the person, you can refuse gently... "No, I'm sorry, I can't go out with you." If then you are pressed for why, then be gently honest. If you're being asked about dessert...ooo yummy...and you're feeling guilty about passing up that lovely chocolate mousse, simply say, "No thank you, I'm full" or "I couldn't eat another bite, thanks!" Just be polite about refusing; but it does depend on what you are saying no to.
1132569
The person sees that you are busy and asks in order to be polite, offering you the opportunity to decline having to spend time on yet something else.  Just say "No" if you do not have time - no need to be rude.
649215
If anybody gives you a gift for ANY occassion and you don't want to give anything in return, then that is your perogative.  \n\nHowever, try giving a little since there is greater joy in giving than receiving.
92839
tell him to be nicer to you.
1083113
Say "Thanks but no thanks."