How often do you say “no” to things that would interfere with your goals?

I say no daily. Some days it’s an all day long focus. I own a small business, I have goals for growing the business and personal goals in my life that are constantly evolving as I learn what I can accomplish.

I grew up in a family where the main goal in life was to be employed and retire from a company so you didn’t have to go work anymore.

I say no to believing I should always be in the background and not heard. I say no to not setting boundaries. I say no to living a small life where I don’t make a difference.

It’s a daily struggle to say no and get out in the world and be visible in the doing. I manage it, some days better than others, everyday I say no to letting fear hold me back.