Just remember: You are not obligated to accept every invitation you receive. “Or turning down an invitation will peg you as uncaring or selfish within your family or social circle.”But constantly saying “yes” to things you really don’t want to do can be damaging. Saying “yes” to everyone else and ignoring your own needs is a recipe for feeling overwhelmed and unhappy. Etiquette expert Diane Gottsman said people tend to over-explain when they decline an invitation. “Be ready in advance so you have a plan when an invitation comes through.

Source: Huffington Post December 12, 2017 18:56 UTC