Is it hard to find time for yourself? 

Do you often ignore what you want, and focus instead on what others want? 

Do you find it difficult to speak up for yourself? 

Yes! I Said No! Gives you specific tools to set healthy boundaries and re-take control of your life. You will learn how to do what YOU want to do. Without drama. Without anger. Without fear. 
  
A series of simple-to-follow examples and clearly stated tools will help you invest in yourself, will help you say YES when you want to and say NO when you need to.You will learn how to:
  
     * say no without blowing up, wimping out or running away
     * stop being a people pleaser
     * care for people without carrying them
     * restore healthy relationships
  
Barbra Russell's expertise in helping others take charge of their lives stems from a long successful career as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Her fresh and engaging style of communication and unique step-by-step process has helped thousands of people step up, move forward and be who they're meant to be. Whether from negative family patterns or a mistaken belief that pleasing others is a spiritual gift, this easy-to-read guide will free you of Approval Addiction. You will re-claim your life and enjoy the freedom that comes with declaring Yes! I said No!


What are other people saying about the book?

I’ve read multiple boundaries books through the years and although each one was helpful, none of them were packed with as much practical application as this book, “Yes, I Said No!”. I read it from cover to cover on a business flight between Nashville and Denver and began putting it into practice immediately. Over the next few months, everyone noticed a difference in my life and I realized I was happier and more content than I had ever been. Now I know my emotional cues that let me know when I need to set a boundary! It is so empowering! As my confidence has grown, many new opportunities keep opening up for me, taking me to higher levels in my career. All of my relationships are getting healthier. I am in awe of all the good things that are coming into my life as I have stopped trying to please everyone and learning when to say “No!
— Meg via Amazon.com

This book has been very helpful for me. I always had the fear of saying no. I felt guilty. I was afraid of hurting others feeling, but when I had the opportunity to say no when I needed to it felt good.

There is a section in the book that I really like,
Page 65, 3rd paragraph - “Learn to know who you are, love who you are, and never let others distract you from your purpose and goals. You’ve got a job to do while you’re here on earth, and you need to Grow Thick, Armor-Plated Skin so you can do it.
Good reading and very inspiring.
— Joyce via Amazon.com

A very well-written book packed with very useful information and excellent examples of how to set proper boundaries. I Highly recommend it!
— Daniel via Amazon.com

A great “how to” book with practical, do-able advice! Very informative, but also very engaging. My interest was captured from the very first and did not wane until I finished reading in one sitting. Who has not dealt with the challenges of an overloaded schedule, or demands from family and friends; ending up feeling frustrated? Big changes in behavior can feel daunting, but with the step-by-step instruction, the reader is left feeling, “I can do this!” Containing bulleted lists and an easy-reading format “Yes! I Said No!” becomes a handy reference to navigate these very liberating changes on a personal level. I’m sure the most effective way to utilize this book is through Barbra’s own “Highly Effective Woman” conferences providing interaction with the author and elaboration on the material presented. However, utilizing the book for seminars and small groups would also be an engaging study.
— Karen via Amazon.com

Yes! I Said No! Chapters

Chapter One……..       Why is It So Hard to Say “No?”

Chapter Two……..      People Pleasing Is Not a Spiritual Gift!

Chapter Three…..       Care Without Carrying

Chapter Four…….       The Power of Deciding

Chapter Five……..      The Key to Success is To Invest In Yourself

Chapter Six....…..        Invest In Your Body

Chapter Seven……     Invest In Your Mind

Chapter Eight……..     Invest In Your Spirit

Chapter Nine………    Dream Big, Think Small

Chapter Ten………..   Develop thick, armor-plated skin

Chapter Eleven……    Myths About Saying “No”

Chapter Twelve…...   How To Say No! Without Blowing Up, Wimping Out or Running Away

Chapter Thirteen.…  You’ve Got A New Attitude

Chapter Fourteen…  Look Back to Move Forward