Posted on: May 2nd, 2022

A growth mindset and an emphasis on learning contribute to joy. Saying yes, learning from failure, and embracing stress can also be strong contributors to a joyful life.

In the work-life discussion, we spend a lot of time talking about appropriate boundaries and how to say no. However, you may want to delicately decline less often and just say yes more of the time, because yes is the fastest route to developing your talents, growing your career, and cultivating joy. 

Action Item: Saying yes is all about trust. Do you know how to trust your limitations so you don’t say yes to the wrong things? When someone offers you an opportunity, remember to trust that they have assessed you positively. And trust the timing of new opportunities. You can never truly know if the timing is right, but usually, it’s worth it to give it a try.