Are you too nice?

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Too nice to tell white lies?   Question 7/7 : You're right in the middle of watching a film when the phone rings. It's your best friend in a foul mood, and she needs to rant at someone. Do you:  •  Pretend you're too busy and promise to call her back in an hour  •  Switch the TV off and give her your full attention  •  Let her rant, half listening, half watching the film

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Sarah Horrocks 19/06/2007

Article Plan Are you too nice for your own good? ▼ Test: Are you too nice? - Are you too nice?    Too nice to your children?    Too nice at work?    Too nice to your other half?    Too nice to your friends?    Too nice to complain?    Too nice to tell white lies? - Too nice - Nice and balanced - Not afraid to say no How to tell... - When is nice too nice? What causes over-generosity? - Why are some of us too nice?    A lack of confidence and attention What are the consequences? - The consequences    You forget who you are How to cope - How to overcome it    Love yourself    Practical exercises Your stories - Your stories    Clara: "I'm far too nice for my own good"    Emily: "I was a complete doormat"