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Ethical No Practice

Practice refusing an unethical request clearly and respectfully — before you must in reality.

20 min Advanced

Goal

Prepare ethical muscle before the situation.

Steps

  1. 1
    Identify real scenario from your environment.
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Expected Outcome

Immediate
Confidence for real situation.

Evidence base

School: Assertive Ethics

Founders: Manuel Smith (1975)

Smith — When I Say No.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does "Ethical No Practice" take?
This exercise takes about 20 minutes, practiced with another person in a Inner dialogue format.
When will I notice the effect of "Ethical No Practice"?
Confidence for real situation. In the short term: No retreat under pressure.
Is "Ethical No Practice" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Assertive Ethics (Manuel Smith (1975)). Smith — When I Say No.
Is "Ethical No Practice" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Advanced. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.

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