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64. Elegant Boundaries: Saying No and Having Difficult Conversations

Episode 64 of the Manners and Other Matters podcast, hosted by Louise Percy, titled "64. Elegant Boundaries: Saying No and Having Difficult Conversations" was published on March 18, 2026 and runs 19 minutes.

March 18, 2026 ·19m · Manners and Other Matters

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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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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://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.

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