Sometimes you just don’t feel like showing up — and that’s okay. You’re not broken, lazy, or rude. You just… don’t want to.
Even if it’s to see your friends, go to a gathering, or do your favourite hobby. To others, it might sound strange. Why wouldn’t you want to do what you have always loved? You’re supposed to be happy and excited to have the chance, right? And to be clear — I really am grateful for your invitation.
However, sometimes, I just don’t want to go. There is no reason really. I am doing well. I am not mad you. And I am not even busy.
💖 I just don’t want to. 💖
I think we should normalise this.
Everybody understands when you don’t feel well, when you’re busy or you have to stay with the kids.. But when you just don’t want to go, somehow, you’re being rude… Well, sometimes, there is no reason why I decline. I just don’t want to go. It’s not personal, I promise. I still like you. I still love you. But sometimes… I don’t wanna go. I don’t know why. I think it’ll remain one of life’s mysteries.
It gives freedom to others, too. They, too, can freely not go without others being weird about it or asking questions.
What does a respectful ‘no’ sound like — one that doesn’t hurt?
I’d love to hear your thoughts. Thanks for reading — talk to you soon!
Zuzka