Saying No

I get asked for my time a lot. 

I am asked to give talks, write articles, and respond to reporters’ questions.

Being in demand is wonderful. 

But like all wonderful things, it also has a downside.

I don’t have unlimited time or resources.

Every choice is a tradeoff.

If I accept talks on the weekend, I take time away from my family.

Every magazine article I write, takes time away from writing new books or programs for Humanist Learning Systems.

I find myself saying no a lot.

The more I say it, the more confident I am in standing up for my priorities.

It helps that when I’ve had to tell a client no, I seem to gain their respect.

Not everyone is confident enough to say no. Saying no is scary. It’s like closing a door. 

But I find it is necessary.

It allows me to focus on the things I think are important.

If I didn’t say no, I would not be able to promote Humanism and have a life.

I’d have burnt out years ago.

So please respect my need to shut down this podcast and join me in my newsletter, at Humanist Learning Systems and at my blog, Happiness Through Humanism.