The Necessities of Saying “No”
Are you finding it hard these days to say “No” to the things and people in your life that are no longer serving your highest and best? If so, then its time to step outside of yourself and re-evaluate what IS working and what’s NOT working in your life. Usually there is a correlation between the two and when you are not aligned, you are not saying “No” enough. Let me briefly explain.
When you are aligned with Self, you are in a place of “Yes”. There are positive interactions, decisions, subsequent outcomes and usually no discomfort in saying “No”, especially when necessary. But when we engage in, continue to practice (mentally or physically) or exercise anything negative, then we are: 1) not operating on our highest and best levels; 2) are not aligned with what we desire; and 3) are not living an authentic life.
Saying “No” is just a delivery of a word but is a step and intention of staying aligned with what is best for you. However, when we don’t strive for that balance of Self, the negative energy (fear, reluctance and anxiety) of saying the word prevents one from doing so, therefore continue the pattern of doing things and engaging people who are not working for your highest and best.
When you feel discomfort, fear, or anxiety saying “No” to people or things that are going against the grain of your inner- spirit or simply feel wrong, that’s a wake-up call. When you have to compromise yourself, your values, your feelings or well-being at the risk of simply saying “No”, then there is a problem.
Remember, you are ALWAYS the gatekeeper of what you allow into your experience. Equally, you can shut it down, ANY situations that make you feel compromised, afraid, uncomfortable or unhappy. You are solely responsible for your own happiness. So the next time you find it uncomfortable saying “No”, then say, “Yes” to balance and peace of mind. Go ahead and do what you are already feeling strongly guided to do – Just simply say “No”.
We need to find the courage to say 'NO' to the things and people that are not serving us if we want to rediscover ourselves and live our lives with authenticity. ~ Dr. Barbara DeAngelis
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