The Chimp Paradox

The more you rehearse things, the more they become automatic, robust and quick.

There are no medals for those who continually say ‘yes’ and then get upset by it.

• Saying ‘no’ is the appropriate response of an adult who is respecting his or her own exhaustibility or boundaries.
• Saying ‘no’ is a powerful thing to do by a balanced person.
• People who are realistic will accept being turned down and appreciate that you have the right to say ’no’.