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The Rejection-Retreat Trigger
I asked for $5,000. They laughed. Then I got exactly what I wanted. π§ Ever wonder why it's so hard to say 'no' twice? Itβs called the Rejection-Retreat Trigger. By starting with a massive request, people anchor your brain. When they 'retreat' to a smaller ask, your brain sees it as a favor. You feel a psychological debt to say yes.3 things to watch for:
π The 'Outrageous' first ask.
π The suspiciously fast 'compromise.'
π That weird feeling of guilt when you say no.Stop being a puppet to social pressure. Link in bio! π