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How to Know When to Say Yes

Dr. Adrienne Shnier Episode 99

How to Know When to Say Yes
Let’s discuss one of the most important decisions I've ever made: saying yes. It's a common question to ask yourself, 'Am I making the right choice? Am I on the right path?' The decision I made at a young age to embrace opportunities that resonated with my goals highlights the significance of deliberate decision-making and mentorship in personal growth.

 Embracing Opportunities: A Journey of Intentional Decision-Making and Personal Growth
I encourage you to evaluate your choices, set boundaries, and align your actions with their highest aspirations. There is a liberating freedom found in embracing opportunities that serve personal growth and alignment. 

  • At a young age, I made the pivotal decision to seize opportunities aligned with my ambitions, beginning with my tenure at Baycrest's Rotman Research Institute in Neuroscience during my undergraduate years.
  • I delve into the nuanced aspects of intentional decision-making, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and personal reflection in navigating life's opportunities and challenges.
  • Despite encountering challenges and tough choices along the way, I reflect on each experience with fondness and gratitude, emphasizing the transformative impact of intentional decision-making.
  • I underscore the importance of seeking out opportunities that align with personal values, even during my student years, and acknowledge the intentional effort put into every decision.
  • Reflecting on past experiences, I acknowledge the importance of letting go of relationships or opportunities that no longer serve my growth or alignment with personal goals.
  • Give yourself permission to say yes to opportunities that resonate with your true self, you will start to attract less of what doesn't align by focusing on what does.

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