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Key Steps to Saying No - Pause before responding to evaluate the request [3] - Prioritize commitments, recognizing time constraints [3][4] - Weigh the benefits of saying yes versus no, considering personal priorities [5] - Offer alternative solutions to mitigate guilt and provide assistance [7] - Remember that rejecting a request does not equate to rejecting the person [8] Practical Application - When facing a request, assess if it aligns with priorities [9][10] - Consider the potential benefits of declining, such as improved focus [10] - Suggest alternative solutions or resources to the requester [7] - Clearly communicate the reasons for declining the request politely [8]

[Applause] I want you to all think of time when you want to say no but said yes. I know I have and I think most of us here had to. We live in a world that glorifies yes.Yes to extra work. Yes to give up your money and yes to waiting your turn. But every underserved yes is valid no to peace, time and priorities.I had a similar experience with one of my hobbies. In one of my performances, there was a part of choreography that I really like and talking to in the front, but the coach put me at the back. I was t ...

Core Concept: Decision-Making Framework - Introduces the concept of a "stack" as a decision-making algorithm or framework individuals use [5][6] - Emphasizes the importance of understanding one's own "stack" to make conscious decisions aligned with priorities [11] - Suggests reflecting on how time, energy, and money are spent to reveal true priorities [11][12] - Encourages individuals to write down their "stack," reorder it if necessary, and consciously use it when facing difficult decisions [13][14] Practical Application & Self-Reflection - Proposes reflecting on personal priorities by considering hypothetical scenarios involving family, work, and personal responsibilities [8][9][10] - Recommends seeking feedback from friends, family, and mentors to gain insights into one's actual decision-making priorities [13] - Advocates for aligning one's actions with their consciously chosen "stack" to guide their life's direction and legacy [15]