I’m the Mother—What I Say Goes
When a mother says no, she means no. Why is it when a doctor, teacher, coach, or even a gardener…
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It’s Nothing Personal When I Say No
I say no. A lot. Over the years, the invitations extended have declined. I’m OK with that. The folks who…
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The Most Important Word We Can Teach Our Kids To Say is “No”
I used to live near a sex trafficker. I didn’t realize it at the time, only being in about third…
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I’m a Yes Mom Who’s Learning To Say No
I’m a yes mom. When my son came into the world, we both cried when I said no. Maybe it…
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Dear Tired Mom, it’s OK To Say No
If the global pandemic has taught me anything at all, I’ve learned it’s OK to say no. I do not…
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As a Mom, Sometimes I Say No When My Heart Longs to Say Yes
Sometimes I say NO . . . though my heart longs to say YES. Like the other day—my kindergartener lost…
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Hey Mama, You Don’t Have to Do it All
I know it feels like you have to do everything, mama. But you don’t. You don’t need to have a…
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Don’t Take It Personally When I Bail on You—I’m Just Trying to Survive
Some moms try to do all. the. things. It's me. I'm that mom. Why do I always say yes? Just…
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