How to Reject Someone Without Hurting Them — 4 Useful Tips (3 of 3)

Be Authentic

There is nothing wrong with saying no. Nobody gets enjoyment out of telling a person you don’t want to date them, but if you aren’t attracted to them or just can’t picture them as your boyfriend/girlfriend, you can’t help it. By giving any answer other than “no,” you are disrespecting yourself just as much as you’re showing no respect for the other person.

Go with your gut instinct. Maybe you do think the guy/girl is attractive, but there’s just something about their personality that doesn’t mesh with you. Don’t date somebody if you aren’t sure, because then you’ll end up having to break up with them, which can hurt a whole lot more than a rejection!