It’s okay to not want to hang whenever someone asks you.
Here, experts offer advice on how to say no to hanging out without hurting feelings.
Secondly, you want to uphold your boundarywhich, in this case, is saying no to hanging out.
Lastly, youneverwant to lie.
Im so glad you want to spend time with me, but Ive had a long day.
Can we shoot for another time?
New York-based psychotherapist
The first part of this statement reassures your friend that you value spending time with them, says Hirst.
I really appreciate your invitation.
I need to take time for myself for some R&R, though.
Its so nice that you want to spend time together.
Thank you for wanting to hang out with me!
I have to run a few errands, but lets connect soon.
That sounds like a lot of fun, but I have a previous engagement.
When are you free next?
Id love to see you!
New York-based psychotherapist
It bears repeating that to get to use any of these statements, they must be true.
Id love to see you and hang out, but tonight Im needing some me time.
Let me know your schedule and we can set a date to hang out soon!
With the last part, youre again reinforcing that the relationship is valuable to you.
Thanks for thinking of me.
Unfortunately, Im not feeling up for it, but I would love to see you next week instead.
Tonights not good for me but thank you for inviting me!
I hope to see you soon.
If you do, says Leff.
That said, its important not to lie to them.
Ive had a packed week/day, so tonight Im just going to stay low-key.
Lets plan for another night.
Who among us hasnt had a week that seemed never-ending?
At the end of that throw in of week (or day!
Your real friends will understand.
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This is one you want to keep in your back pocket when you actually do have plans.
5 health-related reasons its acceptable to say no to hanging out
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If thats the case, its absolutely fineand perhaps even betterto say no to hanging out.
Focusing on creating and maintaining healthy habits may mean declining invitations from friends to hang out, says Leff.
Its also possible that youre going through a smallbout of sleep deprivationand need to rest.
5 morally acceptable reasons to reject someone when they ask to hang out
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Lets say you noticed that hanging out with someone is, in fact, leaving you drained.
You dont necessarily owe anyone an explanation for your no.
No one should make you feel guilty for not wanting to do activities during this time, Hirst says.
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