@cabernet that's a great point. One thing that really does bother me, especially in millennial culture (as I am one) is the concept of ghosting. It's like a prime example of how the fear of saying no shows up in our culture.
You are very right that in order to have the confidence and capability to say no, you must really understand yourself. It does require a significant amount of self searching to understand your needs and boundaries in life.
Great stuff here @cabernet! Glad you enjoyed the article :)