You Can Say No

Are you one of those people that have a hard time saying no? I understand all the reasons you say 'yes', even though you are thinking in your head, how am I going to make it all happen. I understand, because I am one of those people too.

Can you bring in a batch of cookies?
Can you make your famous lasagna?
Will you host the party?
Do you mind making another scarf? I love mine and want to give one to a friend.

It is all to easy to say yes, but when it comes time to making it all happen, it is another story. Even the things that we enjoy and are truly happy to do become more of a burned than a joy. It is even more depressing when it happens during the holidays.

If you really want to make the holidays a more enjoyable, less stressful, time of year, you need to be honest with yourself and others about how much you can actually do and still have time to have fun.

OK, so you don't think you can say 'no' outright. Try this instead. Tell the person asking for something that you will let them know tomorrow. This will mean you will have time to go home and evaluate if it is something that you can or should take on. Be sure to get back with the person the next day so they can make other plans.

I hope this holiday is much less stressful!