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[coffeechatwithleo]

IT’S OKAY TO SAY “NO” SOMETIMES

Way back in college, I always say YES to those people who asked for my help in times of troubles or ordeals. But as time goes by, I realized that when you you always say YES it may possibly creates a pressure on your part and that is to do more than what they expect you to do. The saddest part about it, they become so dependent to you because they know that you can’t say NO.

Sometimes, we felt like saying NO have a great impact to them where they will judge you of being selfish. But I will tell you something — first, you should not feel that you owe an explanation to them if you say NO. Second, stop making yourself your last priority and lastly, ITS OKAY TO SAY NO SOMETIMES. That three rules will give make you realize how important yourself is and you will see who only stays because they need you and they can get something from you.

It’s OK to say no if you don’t feel doing what they expected you to do or what they asked for you to do—Remeber, it is always your choice and you must choose what your hert really desires. Being in control of your choices feels great.

Sometimes, saying no in social gatherings is okay. If you don’t feel to hang out with tour friends and just want to give yourswlf a break and recharge from everyting that makes you stress, learn to say No. That is absolutely okay.

We are allowed to say NO if it involves sacrificing our needs just to give what others needs. Always remeber that you’re still a good person regardless if we can give all or a portion of what they want.

You don’t have to explain why you decline their invitations or their requests. Saying YES to all their request doesn’t define you. Learn to know your place, your worth and respect yourself enough to fight for your beliefs.

The concept of “No being an off limits word” must be change into “NO shouldn’t be an off limits word”. We must decide to do the things that we want or to do what others want for us based on how we truly feel. Stop romanticizing the idea of being likable or kind when you say YES.

A year ago, learning to say no has been one of the best things I have done for myself. It made me realized that not all people will stay because they love you but because they need you. Whenever I declined someones request, I don’t feel guilty or resentful. I learned to set boundaries and limitations in order to assess ans validate what I truly feel. Only say yes to the things and people that matter.

[thespecialstories]

Stop saying YES when you really want to say NO Link in bio . . #sayno #stopsayingyes #no #itsokaytosayno #learn #thinkpositive #thinktwice #innerself #listentoyourheart #decidedlydifferent #selfcare #notselfish #freedom #happylife #happiness #instagood #instagram #instadaily #instablog #blogging #bloggerlife #blog #blogging #blogpost #thespecialstories (at SelfCare) https://www.instagram.com/p/CAkW2bMjQHI/?igshid=czj26rq27075

[musictogrindyoursoul]

If you haven’t hung up on your boss on a day off, you should. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED lol

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[anxiousoverreactor]

Because if you don’t take care of YOU, who else will? . . . . #selfcareisnecessary #itsokaytosayno #selflove #lovethyself #freeyourself #loveyou #mentalhealth #takecareofyourself #healingjourney #journeytohealth #stepbystep #Blackmentalhealth #IamDarknessRISING #DarknessRISING https://www.instagram.com/p/BuzyvL4BFTO/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=n7wdx91eewj8

[i-answer-quite-slowly]

Just a thought

Why are women in society made to feel so guilty if they say no to sex? Why am I not allowed to not be “in the mood.”

They’ll say things like “You don’t even have to do anything!” And continue to take down your pants. And when you keep saying no they just get mad and won’t talk to you for a moment.

I offered to cuddle? I’m not trying to make you feel bad.

But I still feel so guilty. And it makes me wonder if you’ll cheat on me now. 😥

Why do we always have to say yes?

[melneedsakidney]

Part of my spiritual journey has been learning it's okay to disagree with and to say no to things that don't resonate with my soul. I used to agree to avoid confrontation or uncomfortable conversations which I've realized in my old age doesn't serve me, or the world as a whole. Many of my actions and reactions originated as a response to my past traumas and having realized that, I have been able to begin the healing process. 💕 . . #Healing #TraumaResponse #Boundaries #Agree #ItsOkayToSayNo #ItsYourLife #Spirituality #Growth https://www.instagram.com/p/CMzhUkWDKRx/?igshid=1jikv3fxdcplt

[holisticfoodsmagazine]

And the list goes on.. Make sure you are satisfied with the things you do. And it’s okay to be selfish if its right. #itsokaynottobeokay #itsokay #itsokaygirl #itsokaytobegay #itsokaytoaskforhelp #itsokaytosayno #itsokaytobedifferent #holisticfoods #holisticfoodsmagazine #holisticlife #holisticapproach https://www.instagram.com/p/CKl7qmKFU-J/?igshid=1nm3nu3e5uita

[dancingtreeco]

The 17th annual Day of Purity is a campaign encouraging youth to wear white on Valentine's Day February 14th to publicly promote abstinence and let others know it is okay to wait. . Who do you know that would love her very own Leather Purity Charm Bracelet? Each charm has a meaning and can easily be detached. . . Bracelets are made to order and can be personalized with a handstamped heart shaped initial charm. . . . . . . . #puritycharmbracelet #truelovewaits #saynotopeerpressure #itshiptobesquare #itsokaytosayno #healingtools #iStandforPurity #ItsMoreThanSexualPurity #ItsALifestyle #PurityForAdults #PurityForTeens #YouthGroups #MarriageMinistry #SinglesMinistry https://www.instagram.com/p/B8YBHlSHQLH/?igshid=xgvj4smx0h3x

[kristinbauman]

Sounds simple right??? . . . . Over the past year I have become more aware of how specific types of energies and environments don’t mesh well with the life I am trying to create. . . . Now that doesn’t mean I am cutting everyone out of my life that doesn’t provide exactly what I want, although that’s not wrong either, but I have learned that is imperative that I understand what energies effects me and how I respond to it. . . . Setting boundaries to protect my energy is key. I could sugar coat it and say it’s nothing personal, but it is. I know what I need to stay focused and stay productive. Sometimes there are people who come into our lives that take that away from us. And That’s one thing I really don’t need. . . . It’s not rude. It’s not meant to upset anyone. But why be in a situation where the outcome of being in an environment is depleting the very thing that makes you thrive?? . . . Don’t be afraid to walk away from things that no longer serve your greater purpose. You can still love and care for it, but be mindful in how you let energy surround you. You are the one that creates what you need. Don’t sabotage yourself. . . . #justsaying #justsayin #protectyourenergy #protectyourpeace #protectyourspace #energyiseverything #everythingisenergy #energyiscontagious #surroundyourselfwithgoodpeople #surroundyourselfwithgreatness #itsokaytosayno #mindsetcoach #lifecoach #energymedicine #energymatters #bepicky #beselective #beselfish #setboundaries #settingboundaries #empowerment #growthmindset🌱 #growthmindset (at Chicago O'Hare International Airport) https://www.instagram.com/p/B5tPpbSgUPj/?igshid=uz1nznwyg2

[peggygaldamez-blog]

There are so many things coming at us every day, every week and every month. My day is full of responsibilities and requests by my family, job and my own priorities. You blink and it is another week gone by. 2020 will be here before you know it. With all the things and requests from others that want our attention, I think it is so important to ask yourself this question and okay to be picky! Pick and choose and decide if the thing in front of you, or the requests by others need your time, energy or attention. Prioritize and weigh them carefully. Choose wisely for yourself so you don’t spread yourself thin to exhaustion, to illness, annoyance, regret and feelings of resentment. It’s okay to say no and not feel guilty. #guardyourenergy #choosewiselyforyourself #itsnotselfish #mentalhealth #doesitdeserveyourattention #itsokaytosayno #setahealthyexample https://www.instagram.com/p/Bxhm63wgITf/?igshid=1jqa4cir9c300

[jazzchica33]

#Repost @darknessrisingproject with @get_repost ・・・ Because if you don’t take care of YOU, who else will? . . . . #selfcareisnecessary #itsokaytosayno #selflove #lovethyself #freeyourself #loveyou #mentalhealth #takecareofyourself #healingjourney #journeytohealth #stepbystep #Blackmentalhealth #IamDarknessRISING #DarknessRISING https://www.instagram.com/p/Bu0BY9BBXtE/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=61lec5zh2cvu

[thefuturemed]

Learn to say "no" without explaining yourself.

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[huecompleteme]

Just a little reminder on this #wisdomwednesday that it is OKAY to say NO. It took me years and years to be able to say no and put myself and my needs on the radar let alone as a priority. When I moved to San Francisco I really started to get my voice and come into my own and not be afraid to say no and make my needs a priority. When I first started hue complete me, any time someone would reach out to me with an opportunity I said YES! Why wouldn’t I? I was trying to grow a business after all... well let me tell you - I learned some hard and sometimes costly lessons along the way and if an opportunity isn’t the right fit for you and your business it is okay to say no (thank you), and it is okay to set boundaries, it is okay to pass on an opportunity and wait for something more suited to your brand. This year I have left Amazon Handmade because it didn’t align with my brand, I have tried different platforms, and ways to market the brand some with great success and others I have had to pass on and that’s okay to do, you don’t have to feel like you have to say yes to every single thing thrown your way. Long story long if something doesn’t serve you whether that be business or personal it is completely okay to say no, or change your mind and go a different direction. You do you! 🧡 Also tried my hand at a little illustrated lettering today it felt like a good time to start! ✅ • • • • #flashesofdelight #lifestyleblogger #theeverygirl #wisdom #wordstoliveby #wordsofencouragement #quotestoliveby #quotes #quotestagram #quotesaboutlife #lifequotes #inspirationalquotes #motivationalquotes #bestself #sayyestosuccess #workanywhere #myownboss #leadership #goalgetter #bloggervibes #advicequotes #adviceoftheday #beyourownboss #makeithappen #torysstories #itsokaytosayno #dowhatservesyou #letteringart #youdoyou (at Portobello, Dublin) https://www.instagram.com/p/CG519Kznsqr/?igshid=1xb24r93ch1kp

[troubledontlast1]

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WHEN THINGS CHANGE INSIDE YOU, THINGS CHANGE AROUND YOU. #repost @itsrarebeauty @sarahjakesroberts When you start seeing your worth, you will find it harder to stay around people who don’t. #knowwhoyouare A big part of who I am is who I am not. #selfworth You determine your self-worth. You don’t have to depend on someone telling you who you are. #selfworthquotes There will always be someone who can’t see your worth. Don’t let it be you. #selflove It’s not about what others think, it’s about what you believe. #selflovequotes Figure out who you are. Don’t apologize for who you are, and then become even greater than you naturally are at what you are. #determineyourselfworth You don’t need them to fall in love with you, in order to fall in love with yourself. #loveyourself Find the space in you where love comes from. #loveyourselfquotes They didn’t love you not because you are not good enough. They didn’t love you because they don’t even know how to love themselves. #achieveyourpotential Once you start seeing your worth, you’ll find it harder to stay around people who don’t. #achieveyourfullpotential Being you would be simple if you quit listening to the voice holding you back. #knowwhoyouarefirst Those who can’t see the potential in you often cannot see it within themselves. Don’t trip. They are still learning to love and accept themselves. #itsokaytosayno Get honest with people about who you are, what you want, and how you expect to be treated. Standards only scare off people not meant for you. #sayno #determineyourownselfworth Don’t you dare shrink yourself for someone else’s comfort-do not become small for people who refuse to grow. #youdetermineyourworth IF YOU DON’T SEE YOUR OWN WORTH, YOU’LL ALWAYS CHOOSE PEOPLE WHO DON’T SEE IT EITHER. #youdetermineyourselfworth You cannot find your true self looking at yourself through the eyes of other people. #noonecandefineyou At your absolute best, you still won’t be good enough for the wrong person. At your worst, you’ll still be worth it to the right person. #loveyourselffirst Stop shrinking yourself to fit into places you’ve outgrown. #knowyourworth #dontshrinkyourself (at Carrollton, Texas) https://www.instagram.com/p/BzOxsZTlC64/?igshid=ti2duas2qn9h