The 28 Diaries | Lesson One: Protecting My Peace 🖤

For years, I thought saying “no” was selfish — to men, to friends, to opportunities. But every time I said yes when my soul meant no, I left myself drained and disconnected. At 28, I’ve learned that “no” isn’t rejection, it’s protection. In this post, I share how learning to say no has been the glow-up I didn’t know I needed.