we chose to leave

Dear Reader,

This weekend, Jeremy and I went to a concert, and almost immediately, we realized it was not what we had paid for or how we wanted to spend our date night. Instead of staying and draining our energy, we chose to leave.

This reminded me of something so important: every time you say no to what does not feel right, you keep a piece of yourself. Every time you say yes out of guilt or obligation, you give a piece away. Protecting your energy is not selfish; it is sacred.

The more you honor those pieces, the more you protect your peace. You were not meant to live depleted. You were meant to live fully. Honor what feels true. Choose what aligns. This is how your body, your heart, and your nervous system learn to trust you.

With love and gratitude,
Liz

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What is one place in your life right now where saying “no” might actually be a powerful act of self-care?