In a world filled with requests, many of us are struggling to stay afloat. Even if you’re not a people-pleaser, the desire to maintain a positive reputation can make it hard to turn others down. In this episode, Adam explores the art and science of delivering an effective “no.” He highlights strategies for setting boundaries with others to create space for yourself—and healthier relationships with those around you.&nbsp;For a chance to give your own TED Talk, fill out the Idea Search Application:&nbsp;<a href="https://ted.com/ideasearch" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ted.com/ideasearch</a>. Interested in learning more about upcoming TED events? Follow these links:TEDNext:&nbsp;<a href="https://ted.com/futureyou" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ted.com/futureyou</a>TEDSports:&nbsp;<a href="https://ted.com/sports" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ted.com/sports</a>TEDAI Vienna:&nbsp;<a href="https://ted.com/ai-vienna" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ted.com/ai-vienna</a>TEDAI San Francisco:&nbsp;<a href="https://ted.com/ai-sf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ted.com/ai-sf</a><hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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