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EPISODE · Mar 18, 2026 · 19 MIN

64. Elegant Boundaries: Saying No and Having Difficult Conversations

from Manners and Other Matters · host Louise Percy

Send us Fan MailIn today’s episode two of the most essential, yet often overlooked, skills in modern etiquette: how to say “no” with grace and how to navigate difficult conversations with tact.Many of us struggle with these moments. We fear disappointing others, appearing unkind, or creating tension. Yet true elegance is revealed not when life is easy, but when situations feel delicate.I'd love to hear from you. Please leave your comments, or ask me any questions here: https://thepercyinstitute.com/contact/Join Louise in the pursuit of a more elegant life, and be sure to visit  her website thepercyinstitute.com for more ideas and inspiration. Follow @thepercyinstitute on Instagram and Facebook, and join the Facebook Group, The Elegance Club for exclusive offers and insights.Resources and links:THE ART OF AN ELEGANT LIFE MASTERCLASS:https://thepercyinstitute.com/the-art-of-an-elegant-lifestyle/Complimentary Guide to Successful Networking: https://subscribepage.io/shinelikeadiamondThe Percy Institute website: https://thepercyinstitute.com/The Elegance Club Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepercyinstituteThe Percy Institute Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepercyinstitut...

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Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode two of the most essential, yet often overlooked, skills in modern etiquette: how to say “no” with grace and how to navigate difficult conversations with tact. Many of us struggle with these moments. We fear disappointing others, appearing unkind, or creating tension. Yet true elegance is revealed not when life is easy, but when situations feel delicate. I'd love to hear from you. Please leave your comments, or ask me any questions here: https://thepercyins...

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