By Dr. John Mukoro
For years, I struggled with an addiction to saying yes. Driven by the fear of missing out and the desire to please, I constantly found myself overcommitting. Eventually, I realized that my eagerness to accommodate everyone was causing me to let people down. It wasn’t a matter of intention—it was a matter of trying to be too much to too many. Then came the turning point. I stripped down my priorities to just five key pillars, and life became infinitely more manageable. The distractions? Gone. The stress dof overcommitting? Resolved.
A recent conversation with a close mentor served as a powerful reminder about the importance of decluttering, streamlining, and reclaiming my time. It helped me refocus on what truly matters and allowed me to protect the space needed for things that contribute to my growth. Decluttering my commitments gave me a renewed sense of clarity, and I could finally direct my attention to what really mattered. Saying no was the first step in reclaiming my time and energy.
Now, I ask you to consider: where do you need to declutter your life? What activities or commitments no longer serve you? What should you begin to say no to, so you can protect your energy and focus on what truly matters? Once you reclaim your time, how will you ensure that it’s used productively for things that truly make an impact? Learning to say no isn’t just a habit—it’s a skill that will change your life. Start today, and your future self will thank you for it.
Dr John Mukoro BDSP,M.IoD,mni, Speaker Consultant Author ✍️
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