Welcome to Episode 32 of the B ME Podcast! Saying “no” doesn’t have to come with guilt. In this episode, explore why setting boundaries is essential for protecting your time, energy, and wellbeing. Learn how to say “no” confidently and without over-explaining, so you can focus on what matters most.

Tune in now and take a step toward reducing overwhelm and reclaiming your peace!

In this episode:

0:00 Welcome and Introduction

2:09 Why saying no is important

3:51 How saying no protects your energy

4:15 How saying no preserves your time

4:38 How saying no reduces stress

5:35 How saying no increases self-respect

6:47 How to say no without feeling guilty

7:16 Be polite but firm

8:13 Offer an alternative

8:38 Don't overexplain

9:17 Remember your priorities

9:56 Remember you can say yes to other things

10:52 Further Resources

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Shari Ware is your guide on the journey to becoming a Better Me Every day. With practical insights and easy-to-implement tools, she helps listeners take small, meaningful steps toward better health and wellbeing—one S.T.E.P.S step at a time.

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Thank you for tuning in! Remember, every “no” to something that doesn’t serve you is a “yes” to your wellbeing.

Until next time, keep smiling and taking it one S.T.E.P.S step at a time!💪✨ (If you missed the episode on the S.T.E.P.S Formula, you can check it out here: https://bit.ly/BME4YT)

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