Say No and Let Go: Learn to Say No with Confidence and Grace

Are you ready to reclaim your time and set boundaries with confidence and grace? In this episode, Cherylanne explores the art of saying no, a skill that is often elusive to women who have been conditioned to be people pleasers.  Join Cherylanne as she explains why saying no can be so challenging and equips you with a simple script to gracefully decline requests. Discover how mastering the art of saying no can be a game changer, leading to greater balance, empowerment, and fulfillment in your life.  If you're ready to take control of your time and priorities, you won't want to miss this insightful and empowering episode. Show Highlights: Discover the power of confidently saying no! [00:43] Learn how to deal with the challenges of saying no. [02:55] Building confidence in decision-making! [05:30] Are you overestimating your personal capacity to do things? [07:38] Here is the ultimate method to stop people pleasing. [08:37]  The significance of expressing gratitude and acknowledgement. [11:45] Clarity is the key! [13:00] Find out how kindness and grace can make your life easy. [15:51] Interested in coaching with Brilliant Balance? Schedule an exploratory call here: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule  Subscribe to The Brilliant Balance Weekly and we’ll deliver it to your digital doorstep each Tuesday: www.brilliant-balance.com/weekly  Need a few moments of peace? Listen to our free 5-Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/  Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/cskolnicki Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057 

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You deserve a big, full life and the freedom to enjoy it. The Brilliant Balance Podcast helps women in leadership design their next chapter for sustainable success—without burnout. Every week, host Cherylanne Skolnicki, a leading expert in work-life balance, leadership growth, and mindset coaching, shares ideas, inspiration, and insights to help high-achieving women align their ambition with personal fulfillment. Through conversations on leadership mindset, time management, and personal growth, you'll gain the tools to thrive in both your career and personal life. Whether you're considering a career pivot or craving more time for your personal life, you might find yourself asking: How do I advance my career—without working 24/7? Can I achieve my goals while still having time for my family? How do I stop feeling overwhelmed and start feeling in control? What’s next for me—and how do I design it intentionally? If you’ve ever wondered how to fulfill your potential without breaking your life, this podcast is for you. In addition to sharing her own insights, Cherylanne sits down with experts, thought leaders, and ambitious women who reveal their strategies for burnout recovery, productivity for women, and redefining success on their terms. You’ll love the Brilliant Balance Podcast if you like podcasts like: Unlocking Us or Dare to Lead with Brene Brown, Women at Work by Harvard Business Review, The Midlife with Reshma Saujani, We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle, The Mel Robbins Podcast, HerMoney with Jean Chatzky, So Money with Farnoosh Torabi