95% (arbitrarily) of people will not give you a straight no. Even "Sorry I am not interested" which is honest can come of as impolite. I think saying "I am flat

95% (arbitrarily) of people will not give you a straight no. Even "Sorry I am not interested" which is honest can come of as impolite. I think saying "I am flattered, but I am not available" is clear and leaves room for a peaceful interaction in the future, or at least to ensure the other person does not leave hurt. When rejecting others it is very important to think of the pain it took them in the first place to approach you. If anything I can respect their courage.