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Learn to say no when necessary from "summary" of Year of Yes by Shonda Rhimes
Saying yes had become second nature to me. Yes to every invitation, every opportunity, every request that came my way. I prided myself on being the woman who could do it all, who could handle anything that was thrown her way. But as time went on, I began to realize that saying yes all the time was slowly draining me of the energy and passion I once had. I was spreading myself too thin, trying to please everyone but myself in the process. It took me a while to come to terms with the fact that saying no was not a sign of weakness, but rather a sign of strength. Saying no meant setting boundaries, prioritizing my own needs and well-being above all else. It meant recognizing that my time and energy were valuable, and that I had the right to say no to things that did not align with my goals and values. Learning to say no when necessary was a liberating experience. It allowed me to reclaim control over my life, to focus on what truly mattered to me, and to say yes to the things that brought me joy and fulfillment. It was...
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