Learning to say no without guilt is empowering from "summary" of Boundaries Updated and Expanded Edition by Henry Cloud,John Townsend
Learning to say no without guilt is empowering. When we give in to others' demands because we feel bad, we are not living by our boundaries. Instead, we are letting guilt control us. Our boundaries are designed to protect and define us. They help us determine what is acceptable and what is not. Saying no without guilt means we are taking ownership of our lives and our decisions. When we say yes to something we don't want to do, we are not being true to ourselves. We are betraying our own needs and desires. This leads to resentment and frustration. It is important to recognize that it is okay to say no. It is okay to prioritize ourselves and our well-being. We do not have to please everyone a...
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