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Duration: 15 to 25 Hours

(Flexible for: 1-Day Workshop | 7-Day Boundary Setting Bootcamp | 30-Day Personal Growth Program | Corporate Training)

Course Objective:

To help participants understand the importance of saying Yes and No, master the skills of setting healthy boundaries, and communicate both affirmations and refusals with confidence, empathy, and clarity.

Target Audience:

Students | Professionals | Leaders | Coaches | Parents | Entrepreneurs | HR Managers | Youth Programs | Personal Growth Enthusiasts

Course Outcomes:

Participants will:

• Understand the psychological impact of saying Yes and No
• Learn to say Yes to opportunities without overcommitting
• Master the art of politely and assertively saying No
• Develop self-awareness and emotional intelligence for boundary-setting
• Cultivate respect for personal time and space
• Practice communicating in various social and professional settings

Module 1: The Power of Yes & No

Key Lessons:

• The Importance of Saying Yes & No in Life
• The Psychology of Yes: Overcommitment vs. Opportunity
• The Power of No: Protecting Time, Energy, and Well-Being
• How Saying Yes and No Affects Relationships and Mental Health

Tools & Activities:

• Journal: “Where Have I Struggled to Say Yes or No in My Life?”
• Case Study: Famous Examples of Saying Yes & No (Steve Jobs, Warren Buffet, Oprah Winfrey)

Module 2: Understanding Boundaries

Key Lessons:

• What Are Personal Boundaries? Physical, Emotional, and Mental Boundaries
• The Role of Boundaries in Relationships
• How to Recognize When Your Boundaries Are Being Violated
• Why Boundaries are Essential for Mental Health and Success

Tools & Activities:

• Worksheet: My Boundary Mapping Exercise
• Role Play: Saying Yes or No in a Boundary-Challenging Scenario
• Reflection: “What Boundary Have I Not Set Yet?”

Module 3: Saying Yes — Embracing Opportunities

Key Lessons:

• When and Why You Should Say Yes
• How Saying Yes Can Open Doors for Growth & Success
• The Role of Saying Yes in Expanding Comfort Zones
• Saying Yes with Awareness: Balancing Opportunity & Overwhelm

Tools & Activities:

• Practice: Saying Yes in a Professional/Personal Scenario
• Journal: "What Opportunity Should I Say Yes to Next?"
• Create: My Yes Criteria Checklist

Module 4: Saying No — Protecting Your Time and Energy

Key Lessons:

• The Importance of Saying No for Self-Care
• Overcoming Guilt, Anxiety, and Fear of Rejection in Saying No
• The Art of Saying No Without Damaging Relationships
• Assertiveness vs. Aggression in Saying No

Tools & Activities:

• Practice: Role-Play Saying No in Various Contexts (Personal, Work, Social)
• Create: My Polite Refusal Script Bank
• Journal: “How Do I Feel When I Say No?”

Module 5: Saying No with Empathy and Respect

Key Lessons:

• How to Say No Respectfully and With Empathy
• Acknowledging the Other Person’s Needs While Saying No
• Using Non-Verbal Cues & Tone Effectively When Refusing
• Turning a No into a Yes Later (Offer Alternatives)

Tools & Activities:

• Practice: Saying No While Offering Alternatives
• Reflection: “How Can I Empathize When Saying No?”
• Journal: “What Happens When I Don’t Say No?”

Module 6: Communicating with Confidence

Key Lessons:

• Developing Assertive Communication Skills
• How to Speak Clearly, Calmly, and with Confidence
• Dealing with Pushback and Resistance When Saying No
• Handling Discomfort: Staying Firm Yet Respectful

Tools & Activities:

• Practice: Firm & Respectful Communication Drill
• Role Play: Handling Pushback in Professional Settings
• Create: My Confidence Communication Plan

Module 7: Saying Yes and No in Specific Situations

Key Lessons:

• Saying Yes & No at Work: Professional Boundaries & Priorities
• Saying Yes & No in Family Relationships
• Saying Yes & No in Friendships & Social Circles
• Saying Yes & No in Personal Development and Self-Care

Tools & Activities:

• Practice: Saying Yes/No in Family/Friends Role Plays
• Reflection: “Where Do I Need to Start Saying No More?”
• Worksheet: My Work-Life Balance Check-In

Module 8: Cultivating Healthy Boundaries Long-Term

Key Lessons:

• How to Maintain Boundaries Over Time
• Handling People Who Push Back Against Your Boundaries
• Setting Boundaries in a World That Demands Constant Availability
• The Role of Boundaries in Long-Term Happiness & Success

Tools & Activities:

• Practice: Revisiting Boundaries after a Few Months (Self-Assessment)
• Journal: “How Do I Feel After Setting and Maintaining Boundaries?”
• Group Discussion: “Creating a Supportive Boundary Setting Culture”

Final Project:

“My Mastery Blueprint for Saying Yes & No”

Participants will create:

• My Personal Boundaries Action Plan
• My Yes Criteria Checklist for Opportunities
• My No Script Bank for Difficult Situations
• My Assertiveness and Communication Growth Tracker
• My Long-Term Boundaries Maintenance Plan

Bonus Toolkit for Trainers / Coaches:

Ready-to-Use Tools:

• Yes & No Self-Assessment Templates
• Boundary Setting Worksheets & Practice Sheets
• Feedback Templates for Communicating Boundaries
• Role Play Scripts for Saying Yes/No in Real-Life Scenarios
• Emotional Regulation Techniques for Receiving Feedback
• Visual PPT Slides (Bridge, Compass, Mirror Metaphors)
• Printable Workbook + Feedback Journal

Suggested Delivery Style:

• Role Plays + Real-Life Situational Drills
• Group Discussions + Peer Feedback Circles
• Reflection Journals + Boundary Exercises
• 30-Day Yes/No Practice Challenge
• Case Studies + Real-Life Application Scenarios

Bonus:-

• Importance of saying “No.”
•  7 Key findings: “Why people are unable to say No.”
• Learn the art of saying no - 7 Easiest methods to communicate no - “One key to successful relationships is learning to say no without guilt so that you can say yes without resentment.” Bill Crawford
• Importance of saying “Yes” - “When you say yes to others, ensure you are not saying no to yourself.” Paulo Coelho
• 5 Key findings why people are unable to say “Yes.”
• 3 Powerful Methods to Communicate “Yes.”

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