Give yourself permission to say no!
As children, many of us were taught to always
try to please people. We were told it was
important
to be seen as nice and non-confrontational.
As a
result, we went out of our way to do things that
people wanted. We became people pleasers,
afraid
to rock the boat.
Is this still your mantra?
Recognize and appreciate that you have a right to
do what is right for you. There is no need to
always
feel obligated to please others, at your expense.
If a friend asks you to do something when you
have
other priorities, say NO. If the school asks you
to
volunteer when you have other plans. Say No.
Don't feel obligated to offer an excuse. Give
yourself
permission to say, NO. Because a balanced
life
includes pleasing yourself as well as
others.
