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master the art of saying 'no' to gain more
if you don't prioritize your life, someone else will.
greg mckeown
hey there! let's talk about a truth that might feel uncomfortable: your time and energy are finite resources. in our hyper-connected world, we're constantly bombarded with demands, opportunities, and obligations. but here's the thing - saying yes to everything means saying no to what truly matters.
greg mckeown's wisdom hits hard: 'if you don't prioritize your life, someone else will.' think about that for a moment. how many times have you found yourself drowning in commitments that don't align with your core values or goals? when was the last time you felt truly focused on what matters most?
the path to greater impact isn't about doing more - it's about doing less, better. imagine your energy and focus as a powerful spotlight. you can either spread it thin, creating a dim glow across many areas, or concentrate it intensely on what truly matters, creating brilliant illumination where it counts.
today, you have a choice. you can continue the exhausting pursuit of everything, or you can embrace the power of selective focus. what if you could eliminate the noise and concentrate on your highest contribution? what would become possible then?
your challenge
take 5 minutes right now to list three commitments or tasks on your plate. for each one, ask yourself: 'does this contribute to my highest goals?' be ruthlessly honest. choose one to eliminate or delegate today.
brick by brick,
🧱 blake & luke 🧱