Teachers are often asked to give just a little more. Lead another committee. Take on another responsibility. Step up because they’re good at what they do.
In this episode, meet Claire, a teacher facing a familiar decision: how do you say no to something you care about without feeling like you care any less?
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The decision
Claire has been asked to say yes to one more thing. She cares about it, and she’s good at it. But saying yes would come at the expense of everything she’s already carrying.
What matters most to Claire
- Compassion
- Integrity
- Contribution
Through these three values, Claire discovers that making a decision she can stand behind doesn’t mean everyone will be happy with it.
The trade-offs
- If she says yes: she keeps showing up where she’s needed, and adds to everything she’s already carrying.
- If she says no: she protects her time and energy for what she’s already committed to, and risks disappointing people she cares about.
Questions to ask yourself
- When did you last say yes to one more thing? What did it cost you?
- Which of your values was speaking loudest when you said yes?
- How could you say no to something you care about without caring any less?
Full transcript
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