FOR PEOPLE WHO OVEREXPLAIN
A kind way
to draw the line.
The awkward request. The clear reply.
No twelve-paragraph apology required.
02 / YOUR REPLYEXAMPLE
Suggested message
Thanks for thinking of me. I can't take this on right now, but I hope it goes well.
IF THEY KEEP ASKING
I understand. My answer is still no.
A boundary isn't a debate invitation.