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Why Can’t You Say "No"?It's a word that only has one syllable and two letters, yet it can be one of the most difficult words to say.Since we were little, we are taught that saying "no" is a negative thing that hurts people and causes us to miss out on new opportunities. With this in mind, it's no wonder that our society feels uncomfortable telling people no. Saying "no" is not a bad thing though, and learning when to say it will allow you to take back control of your life.Though it may sound odd, you have every right to say "no" whenever you want. You have absolutely no obligation to do things that make you feel stressed or unsafe. For this reason, it is important to reclaim your right to say "no" so that you can take back control over your life.Whenever you reclaim your right to say "no", you should expect to experience a number of great benefits. Here are some things that might happen when you learn to say "no": •Decrease stress•Decrease burnout •Less resentment •Enjoy your life more •Enjoy your relationships more •Increase energy •Increase productivitySince saying "no" can lead to any of these benefits, it is imperative to reclaim your right. Get rid of the notion that saying "no" is harmful or hurtful to yourself and others. Instead, rewrite the narrative so that saying "no" is a valid response in any situation that you feel stressed or disrespected.If we have a right to say "no" and it leads to a number of great benefits, then why is it so difficult to say "no"? The answer is very simple. As humans, we often put other people's needs above our own. We do this because we want to reassure the people around us and make them feel comfortable and appreciated.Obviously, the desire to make someone feel appreciated and safe is a good desire to have. The issue is when making someone feel appreciated and safe makes you feel unappreciated and in harm's way. So, it is important to learn how to set boundaries in the way you interact with others. Doing so will not only empower you to say "no" without feeling guilty, it will also break your habit of over-obligating yourself to others while keeping you from feeling guilty about saying "no".In this guide, Breaking Loose! we're going to look at the key factors for setting healthy boundaries. We'll begin by defining boundaries and learning how to set them. Then, we'll look at boundaries within your dating life, family, work, and yourself. After that, we'll address people who resist your boundaries and learn how to measure the success of your boundaries.
