How often do you say “no” to things that would interfere with your goals?

Daily writing prompt
How often do you say “no” to things that would interfere with your goals?

I used to be more driven.

Anymore… Yes, I’ll say no to my goals, because sometimes goals can actually get in the way of my ability to live my life. The <clears throat> older I get the more I realize that chasing flying unicorns might not be the way to live. I refuse to die on a soap box that once I would have been proud to go out on.

I meditate, I go for walks, I reflect on life. I have an unusual personality in that even though I’m content all by myself I also have a lot of love to give; more than most people would even be interested in, so I lavish that love on the people closest to me, the animals, and even plants. 🤭

I did one of those MBTI tests and got INFP. I’m not sure if it’s right though, because I feel like I’m in some really small percentage group of personality types. Or maybe those tests aren’t as good as we’d like to think they are. 🤷

42 responses to “How often do you say “no” to things that would interfere with your goals?”

  1. Hard to do. But we must learn to say “No”. People know easy targets. We can’t do everything and we can’t help everyone dear Darcy.

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  2. Not enough

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  3. Well, said Darcy! I was having trouble trying to articulate the same idea: that, at times we have to say no to pursuing our big goals in order to live every day life.

    It’s sad to say, but true: as we get older other things do enter our lives: relationships, children, jobs to pay the bills that interfere with our long-term goals

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  4. Darcy Branwyn Avatar
    Darcy Branwyn

    Yes that’s very true.

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  5. Darcy Branwyn Avatar
    Darcy Branwyn

    😞

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  6. Darcy Branwyn Avatar
    Darcy Branwyn

    Yes they do, but I’ve learned that the goal may not be the goal. lol 😂

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    ladyrobinann

    lovely lady!

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  8. Life’s about being happy. We live to enjoy every moment, keeping it simple, stress-free, and joyful. It’s not about stuff; it’s about happiness.

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  9. Darcy Branwyn Avatar
    Darcy Branwyn

    lol. Thanks! ☺️ Same to you!

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  10. Darcy Branwyn Avatar
    Darcy Branwyn

    Absolutely. There you go being philosophical again, Silent!

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  11. Nice post. Well, here is what I found about INFP (The Healer). “The INFP personality type is Introverted, intuitive, Feeling, and Perceiving, which means they are energized by time alone, focused on big picture ideas and concepts, led by their values and feelings, and spontaneous and flexible. This combination of personality preferences produces people who are open minded, creative, and deeply committed to authenticity. INFPs do not conform easily to others’ expectations, yet they work towards the personal growth of themselves and others. An INFP is sympathetic, gentle, and encouraging to their friends and loved ones.” I think that last sentence described what you said in your post, so pretty accurate if you ask me.

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  12. Darcy Branwyn Avatar
    Darcy Branwyn

    Hahaha!!! Thank you for that. That’s awesome that you looked it up and everything. You’re the best!

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  13. Yeah… sorry but I’m a little nerdy and I can’t resist. 😁

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  14. Darcy Branwyn Avatar
    Darcy Branwyn

    No problem. 😉

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  15. Darcy r u the one in the photo

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  16. Darcy Branwyn Avatar
    Darcy Branwyn

    Yes that’s me.

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  17. Darcy Branwyn Avatar
    Darcy Branwyn

    lol. Thanks.

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  18. Darcy💕do we share a deep mystic connection

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  19. Darcy Branwyn Avatar
    Darcy Branwyn

    Oh, darling, I’m just not available. Someone does share that bond with you but it’s not me. She’s waiting for you right now!

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  20. I’m not saying about available but I somewhere feel.the boundless connection between us though maybe so illegal and yet so beautiful ❤️

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  21. Darcy Branwyn Avatar
    Darcy Branwyn

    Thank you. 😊

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  22. Let’s enjoy this most wholly Darcy💕

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  23. How do you know Darcy that she is waiting for me because I feel there’s a ghost girl I’m serious ABT this

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  24. I used to say yes to almost every request that people made of me. The older I get, I say no a lot more often.

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  25. Darcy Branwyn Avatar
    Darcy Branwyn

    It is important to balance things!

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  26. I know… 😔

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  27. Darcy Branwyn Avatar
    Darcy Branwyn

    Hang in there, buddy. 😊

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  28. Whatever it is. I like ur style of photo,eyes 👀(eye balls) , nose👃and face, of course ur voice is always sweet 😇🤭

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  29. Darcy Branwyn Avatar
    Darcy Branwyn

    Thanks. 😊

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  30. I like the way you wrote this, straight forward and honest. Good job!

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  31. Sometimes, our goals evolve as we do, and it’s okay to reassess and prioritize what truly matters to us. Personality is complex and multifaceted. And no test can fully capture its intricacies. Ultimately, it’s more important to focus on self-awareness and personal growth rather than fitting into a specific label.

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  32. Darcy Branwyn Avatar
    Darcy Branwyn

    Thank you, sir!

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  33. Darcy Branwyn Avatar
    Darcy Branwyn

    Well said, thank you! 😊

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  34. Always do, you too eh? 🙂

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  35. What does MBTI stand for

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  36. Darcy Branwyn Avatar
    Darcy Branwyn

    Thanks.

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