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61 " At its most basic form, assertiveness is candid communication. Nothing more. "
― Damon Zahariades , The Art Of Saying NO: How To Stand Your Ground, Reclaim Your Time And Energy, And Refuse To Be Taken For Granted (Without Feeling Guilty!)
62 " keep in mind, you’re not responsible for solving other people’s problems. You’re responsible for yourself and those who depend on you (e.g. your immediate family). That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t help people. Rather, the best way to help people over the long run is to ensure your needs are met first. "
63 " make sure that self-care has a higher priority than giving care. "
64 " But allowing your needs to remain unaddressed while you continuously cater to others is the path toward resentment and bitterness "
65 " A 'no' uttered from the deepest conviction is better than a 'yes' merely uttered to please, or worse, to avoid trouble. - Mahatma Gandhi "
66 " Saying no to people is one of the most important skills you can develop "
67 " If you’re like me, you hate disappointing people. You cringe when you see a look of sadness following your words or actions. "
68 " Self-care isn’t selfish. It’s necessary. The problem is, if you’re constantly saying yes to other people, putting their priorities ahead of your own, you won’t have the time or energy to care for yourself. "
69 " By declining some offers, you allow yourself the freedom to say yes to those that’ll prove truly rewarding to you. "
70 " Self-care isn’t selfish. It’s necessary. "
71 " The good news is that saying no can actually improve your sense of self-worth. The more you do it, the more you’ll come to realize that your time, commitments, and aspirations are just as important as those of the requestor. "