The Art of Saying No: It's Okay to Say No
Introduction: Have you ever said yes to something, only to regret it later? Maybe you agreed to take on an extra project at work when you were already overloaded, or you committed to a social event when all you wanted was a quiet evening at home. Trust me, you’re not alone. Most of us struggle with saying no because we’re afraid of letting others down or being seen as selfish. But here’s the truth: saying no is not a bad thing—it’s an act of self-care. Why is it hard for someone to say NO? We all have felt or have been or gone through this situation. Let's assume an example situation. You are in a good mood and want to sit alone in your room and chill. Suddenly you get a phone call from a friend who wants you to join in a road trip. But you don't want to go or are not feeling good enough to join them. If you say YES, you will sacrifice your peace of mind. On the other hand if you say NO, then you will end up in a guilty situation that your friend might feel sad.