In this episode of Stress-Free SOULutions, we explore the transformative power of saying "no" — not out of guilt, but out of self-respect, love, and intention. Host Sarah Alysse Bobo shares her personal journey of struggling to set boundaries, particularly during a challenging period following her father's passing. Through this vulnerable share, Sarah Alysse illustrates how constantly saying "yes" to every request can lead to burnout, overwhelm, and a loss of self-care.
As she reflects on the profound shift that came with embracing the word "no," she highlights how learning to set boundaries allowed her to reclaim her energy and prioritize what truly matters — family, health, and personal well-being. Through practical tips and real-life strategies, listeners are encouraged to embrace boundaries as a way to protect their mental and physical health while nurturing meaningful connections and passions.
This episode is an invitation to embrace the empowering power of no — a tool that will help you live with more intention, more peace, and less overwhelm. Whether you’re struggling with saying yes out of fear, guilt, or perfectionism, Sarah Alysse offers the guidance you need to reclaim your time and energy.
Episode Highlights:
00:52 – The Power of Saying No: Exploring the personal and emotional power of declining requests without guilt.
01:35 – Personal Story: Learning to Say No: Sarah shares a vulnerable story of the struggle to set boundaries during a challenging time in her life.
04:18 – The Turning Point: Discover the moment when Sarah realized that saying yes to everything was costing her personal peace and well-being.
04:58 – Embracing Boundaries: A look at how setting boundaries allowed Sarah to put her family, health, and self-care first.
09:12 – Practical Tips for Setting Boundaries: Actionable strategies to help you start setting boundaries, from saying no with kindness to taking pauses before committing.
11:12 – Conclusion and Challenge: A call to action for listeners to start saying no in their own lives, reclaim their time, and live with intention.
Resources & Links Mentioned:
Follow Sarah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahalyssecoaching
Enrich Your S.O.U.L. Course: https://www.livewellenhanceyou.com/soulsystem
Learn more about intentional living and stress-free solutions: https://www.livewellenhanceyou.com/mini-course
