Learning Laboratory for women of the church to practice saying "No." So many of us have difficulty in saying no in many areas of life, so we either agree or don't say a clear no.... I want to invite people to recall a scenario where they had this difficulty, perhaps out of obligation or worrying about hurting someone's feelings (especially in the dating world) and wasting time, energy etc. They can bring this scenario to the group where we can role play it allowing them to think of alternative ways they could have handled it so they'll be better equipped for the future, having a safe space to rehearse without the pressure of the person sitting there waiting for an answer, and then the group can "debrief" and share what we learned/relate etc.
Perhaps inviting people who might be really great at saying no to visit and demonstrate how they do it and see if we can learn from their example and apply it in our lives. As an example, a massage therapist who declines a client who is looking for something other than what is offered.
Does this idea resonate with you as a woman of the Church of Jesus Christ?
For now I’m thinking of hosting this on a conference call, looking into options for that along with zoom.
If you’d like to participate please let me know by sending in your contact information so you can receive an invite.