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Run the Risk, Reap the Reward 6/7: Say 'No' When Feeling Pressure to Say 'Yes': Self-Care Saturday.

Author
Derek H. Suite, M.D.
Published
Sat 26 Apr 2025
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Ever considered that the most powerful form of self-care might require taking a risk? 

We've been conditioned to think of self-care as gentle practices that offer refuge from life's chaos, but what if true nourishment for your soul demands courage?

Looking to nature reveals profound wisdom: seeds must crack open to grow, trees shed leaves without certainty of spring's return, and birds migrate thousands of miles on instinct alone. 

Nothing evolves without risk—including you. Your self-care might look like finally saying "no" when you're tempted to say "yes," pursuing a long-postponed passion, or having that difficult conversation you've been avoiding. 

These aren't reckless acts—they're restorative declarations that you are worth showing up for.

When we continuously suppress our needs, our bodies become battlegrounds where stress wages war, affecting everything from blood pressure to muscle tension. 

The world will readily consume all you offer without boundaries. Taking intentional risks to honor your growth isn't selfish—it's essential. 

As ancient wisdom reminds us, loving others begins with loving ourselves. Today, choose yourself without apology. Speak your truth. Start something new. Move gently but forward. 

Because around here, self-care isn't always easy—sometimes, it's strong, uncomfortable, brave, and always worth it. 

Remember: run the risk to reap the reward. What small act of courageous self-care will you embrace today?

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