I hope these thoughts give you something to ponder while you enjoy your morning beverage. As you go about your day, I invite you to take some time to reflect on your observations. Consider if there’s anything you can do to enhance your life, such as looking into the mirror and appreciating yourself. You may also find a way to make the world more beautiful with a simple act of kindness, like holding the door open without expecting a thank you. You may also want to consider if you have a gift to share with the world. Perhaps you have some untapped talent you may regret wasting, as we sometimes do with unused towels or our good china. I hope you find them enjoyable and return for more tomorrow.
The Wisdom of “No”
Saying no is ok. For some, it is a hard word to say.
No, like yes, is your option. It may be difficult to tell someone you don’t want to do something. However, this is your choice to make in most cases.
Often, some will feel bad for giving a negative response to another; however, if you do not feel comfortable in a situation or it is just something you prefer not to do, it is okay to decline.
Many people see no as a negative word. This is because, as children, we are told no many times. At such a young age, we do not understand that it is for our benefit when we are told no. All we know is that we are told we cannot do something or have something we want. And as we start to get older and ask why not, we get: “Because I said so.” Which still does not explain the wisdom of the “no.”
The misunderstanding of no as a child can be why we may feel the need to explain as an adult when we are saying “no” to another adult. This is not true in most cases. You can simply decline.
We have this backward. Explaining the benefit behind a no to a child will help them understand the word as a positive. As adults, we need to accept another’s no without explanation.
We must start seeing no in a positive light and the wisdom behind it. You may find it beneficial and empowering.
Today’s challenge:
Today’s challenge:
If there is something you do not wish to do, and there are not any adverse consequences for not doing it, then say no.
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