Saying no. It sounds simple, right? But if you’re anything like me, saying no doesn’t come easily. For a long time, I thought that saying yes to every request, every invitation, and every demand was the way to go. I was afraid of disappointing people, of being seen as unhelpful or unkind. But over time, I’ve come to realize that saying no isn’t something to feel guilty about—it’s something that protects your energy, your time, and your well-being.