Sometimes Saying “No” is Better Than Settling

I know exactly what I want out of life. I want a career, I want a family, and I want to be happy. But the balance with wanting everything always seems to be the difficult part. Sometimes, you just end up settling to keep an easy flow. I know I always have, and though it seemed like it was the best option at the time, later down the road it feels like it just held me back. 

Why is saying “no” so hard to do? 

It’s always one of my resolutions for each year, and slowly and surely I am getting better about it. Last year, it was with my business. This year, I want to say no for my happiness. I have a chance at an entirely new career path, in a new place. I want to make the most of it. 

So, while people might think I am crazy for what I am about to say, just know that it hasn’t been easy getting to this point to where I am comfortable with myself to do it... but I’ve probably turned down more jobs these past few weeks then I’ve ever thought I ever would. And yes, it probably makes me crazy, but I want a career that I enjoy, that I want to go to work for, especially if it takes me away from my family. 

And I don’t want to settle for anything less than that. 

So, as much as I adore many of the people that I’ve met, I keep saying no. I haven’t found my place that feels fulfilling, and it’s out there. It might just take some no’s to get to that yes. 

But I’ll keep working towards it, towards my dreams, and towards a career that I can enjoy. I’ll get there.