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.

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.

Many people lack a healthy relationship with self-awareness, often failing to recognize their emotional states until it's too late, which can lead to poor decision-making.

People often pursue societal expectations or desires influenced by others, leading to unfulfilling lives; it's crucial to think for yourself.

People often struggle to change because they feel they lack agency; recognizing your ability to choose your responses is key to personal growth.

It's important to recognize that children can feel pressured to meet their parents' emotional needs, which can lead to unhealthy dynamics in their relationships, as it becomes their job to care for us.

In relationships, men and women often struggle to communicate and connect on the same level regarding their priorities.

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 alleviate stress, acknowledge your conflicting desires and either resolve them or accept the loss of one.