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By: Thea Westra from www.timeformylife.com

Thea Westra from www.timeformylife.com — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 08:00:59 +0000

Some terrific ideas, Jean. Great article, and thanks for posting it for us, Jess.

Success is very much about where we place our own priorities and focusing our day to day activities to achieve the outcomes we want for our life. Once we are crystal clear with what we want as our outcomes, then we will be much more clear about the things to which we say ‘yes’ or ‘no’.

“In the economizing of time, too, there will be many things which a man will have to eliminate from his life; some of things and pursuits which he loves, and desires to retain, will have to be sacrifice to the main purpose of his life. The studied elimination of non-essentials from one’s daily life is a vital factor in all great achievement. All great men are adepts in this branch of economy, and it plays an important part in the making of their greatness. It is a form of economy which also enters into the mind, the actions, and the speech, eliminating from them all that is superfluous, and that impedes, and does not sub-serve, the end aimed at. Foolish and unsuccessful people talk carelessly and aimlessly, act carelessly and aimlessly, and allow everything that comes along good, bad, and different to lodge in their mind.” [from http://eightpillarsofprosperity.com

Saying yes to the “scary” next step up, or saying “no” for giving preference to our personal priorities, are both “muscles” that need exercise when choosing to live a self designed life.

Cheers, Thea

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By: Jean Sarauer

Jean Sarauer — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 21:42:48 +0000

@Jannie – I totally agree with you, Jannie!

@Betsy – It sounds like you’re using ‘no’ wisely and effectively. I love how aware you are of the impact of your words on your kids.
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By: Betsy @ zen-mama.com

Betsy @ zen-mama.com — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 03:51:31 +0000

Hi Tess and Jean,
Great post! I have a whole chapter in my book called “Be A Yes Mom”. No is a powerful word especially with kids. I use it sparingly so that they listen (hopefully) when I say it for the important things. I have had to learn to say no in my own life (not with my kids) so that I don’t get too busy.

By: Jannie Funster

Jannie Funster — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 02:15:06 +0000

I figure saying NO to others is saying YES to me, and actually saying yes to the greater universal plan I am part of.

AWESOME post!
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By: Jean Sarauer

Jean Sarauer — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 02:06:36 +0000

Christopher, I can so relate to what you said about ‘agreeing meekly.’ That was me too. There’s a lot to be said for being spontaneous and remaining true to the nudges of our character/spirit. Really, that’s the best way to fly if we can just stay present enough to do it. I’m working on it Glad to ‘meet’ you, Christopher!
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By: Christopher Foster

Christopher Foster — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 01:51:12 +0000

It has been very hard for me to say “no” Jean. I was much more comfortable agreeing meekly with almost everyone who came along. But I’m different now. I think it relates to character. When we finally wake up to what I think of as our our own innate divine character we are content to be spontaneous.
We may say yes, we may say no, but either way it will be what our own strong, but gentle character decides…Thanks.
Looking forward to visiting your blog.
Best wishes.
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