Do you want to learn how to say no to your friends? Here are three guidelines on how to say no to friends - no feelings will be hurt in the process.
If something is coming up that you know in advance, let them know as well. You would like your friends to do this when it concerns you, so you should do the same.
Stay true to yourself. Don’t make up some kind of lie to make them feel good. Be honest. Tell them why you’re not coming, but don’t make it bigger than it is.