I am a person that lives to please other people. I love to make others happy and to see the joy in their eyes. I often do more, and say yes to more things, than I really should.
Over the past several months, I have tried saying no to more things.
I haven't gone to book group.
I haven't attended baby showers.
I haven't hosted ladies night out.
I haven't volunteered at the schools.
So what have I been doing? I've been spending time with my family, getting plenty of sleep, reading, and enjoying life. I sometimes feel twinges of guilt when I turn down yet another invitation. But I ultimately know that for the health of myself and my family, it's okay to say no.
My one hope is my friends don't stop inviting me. From time to time I will accept invitations when life is calm around the Christoffersen home. I will host another ladies night out (I think the chocolate fountain could stand to be used more often) I will say yes sometimes. Don't be offended when I say no, just know that I've hit my limit of yeses for the week.
Closing out 2023
2 years ago
7 comments:
It's wonderful when people realize it's OK to say "no". I'm always telling people they do too much. I like to. . .SIMPLIFY!!!
Good for you!! Learning to say no is still on my to-do list!! :)
Good for you! It's kind of liberating, isn't it? I'm still not super good at it, but I do find mysel staying home from most baby showers so I can spend time with my family. Way to simplify!
I feel so honored that you said "yes" to us and joined us last night for date night. Hope to do it again when Marty is feeling more mobile.
Good for you! That extra time to spend however you like will do you a world of good.
Amen, Amen, and Amen. Saying no is something I've been working at doing. It's hard, but so important to find that balance.
Seems like all the counsel from the church we are receiving is telling us to simplify and prioritize our lives. I think that we women have to stick together and support eachother when we have the common sense to say no in favor of more eternal things.
A friend of mine recently reminded me that parties, book groups, and other obligations will always be there, but this time with your family won't. Way to be strong. You will be blessed for it.
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