Ever experienced the disappointment of having a negative response stand in your way of obtaining something? It would be no surprise, then, if you've come to associate the word "no" with negativity. But saying more yesses to compensate for all the noes life has thrown at you may only set you up for even more negativity.
“No” is your golden chance to take control of your life. And even as the endless demands and responsibilities rush at you, No is the power vested in you to choose your struggles. To maintain a reputation of integrity, you will have to learn to use the word more often without feeling guilty or embarrassed. Acceding to more requests than you can deliver on will make you disappoint more people than you can satisfy, thus ruining your good intentions and putting your reputation on the line.
Also, No communicates to others that you prioritize yourself more, which is the right thing to do. Yes, be selfish for once. Prioritize your health and wellbeing, and don’t be afraid to turn down that extra office demand that will make you miss sharing special moments with your loved ones. Refuse to fall into the trap of accepting offers that do not represent your interest just to get people on your side. You will not get genuine friends or customers this way, you will only attract opportunists.
Knowing your worth and the value you bring to the table helps a lot in turning down unprofitable offers more confidently. It helps you to be clear about your values and standards you find acceptable.
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