28 reflections in (almost) 28 years - Part 2
No need for a long introduction. Without further delay, here are the next 7 life reflections 8. It's okay to say "no" For many years of my life I was terrified of using this word. So I would say yes, all the time, to almost everything and anything. There's something about saying no that makes you feel as though you are disappointing people, which is not a legitimate reason, especially if it isn't wise/it'll go above and beyond what you can offer of yourself at that time. Burnout is a very real thing. It's okay to say no sometimes. 9. Be present If you are in the presence of people put your electronic devices away! Why meet up with people, be physically present, but emotionally and conversationally absent?! Unless it's an emergency, whatsapp and social media can wait for a few hours. 10. Set realistic goals In 2015 I set an absolutely ridiculous number of new years resolutions - in excess of 50?! Needless to say the majorit...