How often do you say “no” to things that would interfere with your goals?

Daily writing prompt

How often do you say “no” to things that would interfere with your goals?

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As a teacher, coach, husband, father and community volunteer. I have to say “no” at times, but my problem is that I tend to accept more and more responsibility because I want to serve and do the right thing. As I have gotten older and closer to retirement and after many years of giving and giving I have finally decided to back off of more responsibility and have slowly began the process of taking on less and less so I have more time for my family and myself. As far as interfering with your goals. We have to set our goals and have a plan to accomplish those dreams. If something will get in the way we have to say “no” and not put time into that unless it may help others such as church or community work. That type of activity is good for the soul and community as a whole. Otherwise, learn to say no, especially of you are a teacher and coach putting in 12-15 hours a day at a high school and getting home nightly after 7-8pm.