Jake Ducey is a three-time published author with Penguin/Random-House (The Purpose Principles, Into the Wind and Profit From Happiness).  He is an inspiration man whose goal is to help people live a more purposeful life.

Despite his many accomplishments, I have asked Jake to ZEN commuter to talk about the one thing that gives him the calm and confidence to change the world in such a profound way.   He and I spend a half hour talking about his meditation practice and how it has transformed his life.  I am sure you will find many bits of wisdom to helping you start your own practice or enhance the one you already have.

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Do you think you have a handle on why you have a tough time saying no?  This entire week we went over it.  Today I want to give you sme actual exercise and methods for practicing the skill of saying no.  Saying no is really tough for people, but the only way you will be able to in the future is to start practicing now.  So let's dive in now!

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I have already discussed why many people have difficulty saying no.  One reason many people say yes instead of no is due to poor self esteem.  They feel that their needs are less important than those doing the asking.  Another reason is that they lack the ability to be assertive, to stick up for themselves.  Some people come across as angry and others let people walk all over them.  Today I am going to discuss how to be more assertive and the difference it is from aggressive and passive.

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