Told Quote by Lia Habel
““Tell him what I told the others-that I'm happy to have you watch me, and serve as my assistant, but only on my terms. Or,if you're feeling lucky...you can tell him that Dearly said he can go to hell.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unpublished manuscript (fiction) – dialogue
Set boundaries in relationships, offering assistance only under conditions that respect personal autonomy.
In simple terms: Help only on your own terms; set limits.
Define clear terms before helping.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- workplace mentorship
- friendship
- family roles
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you refuse a request?
- How do you communicate limits without offense?