Rapid rounds: 5 ways to say “no”

Saying “no” can be one of the hardest skills to master in veterinary medicine, especially when the needs of patients, clients, colleagues, and the practice often come first. In this “Rapid Rounds” episode of The Resilient Vet: Mind and Body Strategies for Success, cohost Jennifer Edwards, DVM, ACC, ELI-MP, shares 5 practical ways to say no with clarity, confidence, and compassion, including when to offer an alternative, acknowledge someone else’s feelings, or stand firm. These bite-sized strategies offer practical language for setting healthier boundaries without guilt or over-explaining.