Reply To: Leadership Story: How My Worst Failure Made Me a Better Leader

It really is an ongoing struggle. I’ve also had to unlearn the idea that usefulness is measured by how much we say yes to. You put it so well: when we say yes beyond our capacity, we actually become less effective and less present. I’m slowly realising that saying no can actually be an act of service, because it allows us to show up fully where we are most needed. Thank you for sharing so honestly, it makes me feel less alone in this lesson.