"Today I am very grateful for understanding how important it is to follow the path I chose and to be able to politely but firmly say No Thank You to requests for events I do not want to participate in. This frees me up to do what is healthy and what works for me and to spend my time wisely doing what I enjoy and love. "
Do you know how and when to say : "No, thank you, I have to pass on that." One behaviour I am modifying is to stop and think about what I want to do or what I do not want to do and who I want to spend my time with. Not everyone clicks and not all events are fun or beneficial for everyone.
For me to follow and carefully think through what I want to do and with who has greatly improved my outlook and mental health. I am not feeling as exhausted as I have been and I am really getting a kick out of what I get to do with my time.
I am looking at what and where my boundaries are and what I can do to set and protect those boundaries. I have people in my life who respect them and I also have people who don't. I believe that everyone does, we all know people who need to be reminded of what is ok and what isn't. They can be co-workers, neighbours, family.....
In my life, I have allowed myself to be led about by my nose because deep down, I was afraid of being rejected if I didn't follow along. I am so glad I have finally realized and am understanding why I did that and how to behave in a healthier way for me.
Here are some great articles on saying no politely and firmly.
7 Ways to Say "No" and Keep Good Relations
Ten Keys to Handling Unreasonable and Difficult People
Best Wishes!!

Born into a family of monsters who drove me to addiction and self-loathing, I, now a 61-year-old, have been sober since 11-16-2007. I am proud of that! Now, more than anything, I want people to see that a life beginning in unspeakable child abuse and domestic violence can heal and blossom into a happy and productive life.
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Wednesday, October 30, 2013
Gratitude for 10-30-2013 and Being Grateful for the Ability to Say No Thank You.
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