Guru Please

Say No

Episode Summary

Have issues setting boundaries and saying no to people? Here are some quick tips and techniques to help you save your energy and live more fully aligned with your values.

Episode Notes

Have issues setting boundaries and saying no to people? Here are some quick tips and techniques to help you save your energy and live more fully aligned with your values. 

Quotes to remember: 

“We need to say no to most things because most of everything is not going to align with what you’re trying to do.”

“You’re letting yourself down if you commit to something that just won’t work for you.” 

“Setting boundaries is a way to determine what your priorities are.” 

Takeaways:

• Saying no is arguably more important than saying yes
• Your time and interests are valuable
• We have been simultaneously conditioned to want to say yes to others and to not want to say no
• If your gut reaction is negative, you should say no
• Your no should be transparent
• People who want something from you don’t like you for you; they like you for what you can do for them
• You don’t need to provide a reason or excuse for turning down an opportunity
• Remember that you don’t owe other people if they ask you for something

What you’ll learn:

• Why it’s hard to say no
• Tips and techniques on how to make it easier to say no
• How to set boundaries clearly with yourself and with other people
• How to deal with FOMO when trying to say no

THIS WEEK’S CHALLENGE: Count how many times you say no in one day.

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