“No” is a powerful word, often at least as powerful as “yes” but not heard nearly as often, it seems. It’s easy to say “yes” to everything because of the guilt we feel when we offer the negative. But that’s just it, isn’t it? “No” isn’t always negative. In fact, it can be a positive thing for us to say. It can mean making more time for ourselves, setting a much-needed boundary, and making a healthy choice…
“The No that is an affirmation of self implicitly acknowledges personal responsibility. It says that while each of us interacts with others, and loves, respects, and values those relationships, we do not and cannot allow ourselves always to be influenced by them. The strength we draw from saying No is that it underscores this hard truth of maturity: The buck stops here.” ~Psychology Today
When I came across this article in Psychology Today, I wanted to share it with you all. Saying “no” can sometimes be the gentlest thing you can do for yourself. Don’t be afraid. Don’t feel guilty. Read this article and see what I mean. Every type of relationship requires healthy boundaries, whether it’s a parent and child relationship, romantic relationship or work relationship or everything in between. You need to draw those proverbial lines in the sand. Learn what’s good for you, what you can manage, who is healthy for you, and don’t be afraid to decline the rest. Healthy choices make a healthier you.
And you are worth it!
Be blessed,
