Saying No to a Date -- Nicely
Do not give him false hopes or empty promises that the situation could change in the future. Sometimes saying "no" nicely just isn't enough. If the courtship continues, be firm. Make it clear that a relationship between the two of you is going nowhere fast. What if he still doesn't take "no" for answer? Desperate times call for desperate measures. Cut ties with him. Don't take his calls. Ignore his texts. Avoid him at all costs. You don't want to add fuel to the fire -- so put some serious distance between you and him. When killing him with kindness doesn't work, it's time to get serious. Shut it down before it becomes a problem.