In the garden of life, where paths intertwine
There comes a moment to draw the line
When kindness fades and shadows grow
It's time to decide when to say no
The heart is a vessel, tender and true
Yet not all who seek deserve a view
When words turn sharp and actions sting
It's time to reclaim your own inner spring
Why give your light to those who drain?
To those who bring only heartache and pain
Your time is precious, your energy rare
Guard it fiercely, with utmost care
In the dance of life, not all are kind
Some leave you weary, some leave you blind
When respect is lost and love turns cold
It's time to be brave, to be bold
Let not the toxic steal your grace
Or leave you lost in a darkened place
Stand firm, stand tall, let your spirit soar
For you are worthy of so much more
The art of saying no is a gift
A gentle nudge, a necessary shift
To free your soul from burdens unkind
And leave the weight of the past behind
In the silence of no, find your peace
A sacred space where troubles cease
For in the refusal, you find your might
A beacon of hope, a guiding light
So, when the world demands too much
And your heart feels out of touch
Remember this truth, let it be your guide
To say no is to honor the self inside
Embrace the power of your own voice
In the symphony of life, make your choice
To give your time to those who care
And let go of those who bring despair
For in the end, it's your life to live
To cherish, to nurture, to freely give
But only to those who lift you high
And paint your world with a brighter sky
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