Saying "I can't afford you" to toxic habits or draining people frees up a massive budget for the things that actually matter. When I stopped spending my energy on the wrong things, I suddenly had a surplus of time for my passions, my health, and the people who actually fill my cup.

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For a long time, I "paid" for acceptance by saying yes to everything. I went to dinners I didn’t want to attend and agreed with opinions I didn’t share. The "bill" always came later in the form of burnout and resentment. I can't afford to trade my authenticity for a seat at the table anymore.

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