No is a complete sentence. This is a note I had written down during a lecture I attended last year. I ran across it today while reviewing some papers and as it did then, it struck a chord with me today. As the weather warms it seems that our To Do List and the demands on our time heat up too.
It is fun to volunteer at out children's schools or meet with friends, but when these activities become chores rather than fun it might be time to say no. As well, taking on spring household and landscape projects can be rewarding but when these projects take up all of our free time it might be time to say no again.
Saying no doesn't have to come with an apology or an explanation. Just say no. No, I am not able to do that right now. No, I can't make it. No, thank you.
The next time a request comes your way, really decide if you have the time and energy to take on the activity or project. Figure in how much time it will entail, including prep time, travel time and the actual time doing the project or activity. Decide if you genuinely want to participate. If you decide to participate, you can move forward knowing you will be able to do so fully. If you decide not to participate just say no. In doing so, you can save yourself the stress and anxiety of committing to something you do not want to do or do not have time to do.
Just remember, No is a complete sentence.
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