We’ve all been there. Agreeing to dinner plans with your friends, and suddenly when the time comes to start getting ready for your night out, you’re praying that someone cancels so you don’t have to. In order to stay relevant in your friend group, it is hard to say no to a wine and Bachelor night when you would rather be spending your time otherwise. But the power of saying no can create so much more opportunity for things you love. No matter what you value, personal wellbeing should be the top priority.
“>For me, wellness means positivity and balance physically, mentally, and emotionally so I can have a good day, every day! In the past, I prioritized more things that I could handle. I spread myself to thin, and that resulted in a number of things that didn’t benefit me or make me happy. Sometimes the outcome was an unproductive day, or a hangover. If I say no to my friends for Dollar Beers every once in a while to avoid a possible negative outcome, I have opened up more opportunities to say YES to things I do love, like alone time with my Spotify playlist or enjoying an empty gym on a Friday night. Does that make me lame? Maybe. Is that selfish? Not at all! I find myself less stressed out and more motivated to do things that I love doing! I’m creating more opportunity to say yes.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed with trying to commit to every obligation thrown your way, I challenge you to say no to things that don’t line up with your values, bring you joy, or benefit you. In saying no, it’s important to be unapologetic. Being unapologetic about turning down plans doesn’t make you rude or stuck up, but confident in the value that you have in your time.