Monthly Archives: May 2009

How To Say It: How to Reject an Unexpected Date Invitation

One day this line fell out of my mouth when a man asked me out five minutes after we met. It felt like the perfect thing to say (I am uncomfortable lying) and I liked the way he reacted to it.
The Situation:
As you wait in line at the post office, you have a [...]

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How To Say It: Decline A Long-time Friend Who Now Wants More

The Issue: Sexual Chemistry as the Dealbreaker.
You have been close friends for a long time and love each other. But now he wants it all, sex and a serious relationship with you. Having him as your partner would be perfect. You can see yourself living your life with him … except [...]

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How To Say It: Decline A New Friend Who Wants More

The Issue:
You recently met and became quick friends. Soon thereafter, the flirting started… and not by you. At first you laughed it off, but now it happens a lot. Clearly, he wants to cross the platonic line but sex with him is not interesting to you. It’s time to tell [...]

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