8. Honor your promises, for they reflect your priorities. - Deepstash

8. Honor your promises, for they reflect your priorities.

Honoring your promises may involve that people-pleasing swear word: “No.”

Saying “no” will probably be new to you and to the people who hear it come out of your mouth for the first time, but they will protect your mental health in the long run.

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Learn some key tips on prioritizing your promises and non-negotiables. Especially for instroverts and people pleasers.

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