The No That Means Yes — Expand What’s Possible for You

The no that means yes is found in your choice to create a boundary for yourself. I’ve written in the past about how saying no to one thing sets a boundary. That, in turn, opens doors to other possibilities. But I’d like to dig a little deeper into the whole idea of when no means…

Making Choices — What Do You Let Go Of and What Do You Keep?

Life is a matter of making choices. Indeed, whether you’re aware of it or not, you are making choices all the time. This is because your time is limited. You have 24-hours every day — no more and no less. So, when you do one thing you are, by definition, eliminating other possibilities. Making choices……

Courageous Boundaries Help You Create Time and Space for Yourself

Courageous boundaries? Really? Yes, because sometimes it’s hard to say no. Indeed, for many people, saying no is quite difficult. Competing priorities clamor for attention and sorting that all out often means setting some courageous boundaries. Maybe your schedule and To-Do List are jam-packed, and adding one more thing will throw everything else out-of-whack.  But…

Your Time Boundaries are the Foundation of Your Time Success

Setting and maintaining time boundaries is a sure path to successful time management. But why are time boundaries so important? Well, trying to manage your time without having time boundaries is a little like trying to get yourself a drink of water without using a glass. Just try holding a sieve under the faucet when…

Assertiveness Strategies — How to Say No When You’re Scared to Death

Assertiveness is a choice you make and an energy you bring. A powerful time tool, assertiveness can be a challenge for many. Sometimes being assertive means saying no. In certain situations, that may feel like the easiest thing in the world. You speak honestly and communicate clearly. As a result, you exercise a lot of positive control…