In the exploration phase of life, you say yes to many opportunities, but once you find your focus, you must say no to everything else by default. I have learned to say no to requests that I wouldn't ask someone else to do; if you receive a request that you wouldn't make yourself, you can simply dismiss it without feeling guilty.

Learning how to say no explicitly and kindly, with clear reasons, is a crucial part of being a good investor. You have to learn how to say no sometimes, and you should be as honest as you can, especially if it can be helpful.

Saying no to energy-draining commitments is crucial for introverts to maintain focus on their passions and work effectively.

Learning to say no has been essential for my mental health and focus on training.

I've learned to say no more often, going from saying yes 90% of the time to 99% of the time. It's important to advocate for your own needs and desires.

To be successful, you must be choosy about your desires. Focusing on fewer desires allows you to conserve energy and time, making it easier to excel in what truly matters.

Self-actualization is crucial; say no to more things to protect your precious time.

It's important to avoid decision-making anti-patterns like taking too long to respond or deferring decisions by involving others unnecessarily.

It's important to prioritize your own happiness unapologetically. Many people compromise their desires to appease social expectations, but life is too short to waste time on things you don't want to do.