*No = Bliss (19-02-2025)* I have recently realized (and quite late) that life does not necessarily get better by adding more things to it, but in fact, saying no makes it way better. Saying no to people, places, things, other people's ideas of living, and activities that don't align with me makes life beautiful. In the past, I have suffered from a lot of social clutter. I have been carried away by unwanted socializing, buying into people's ideas, and just trying to meet the demands of people who don't even matter much to me. Only now that I have had the chance to spend a lot of time with myself, I have realized how many things in my life were plain unnecessary and a huge drain on my energy. This clarity is a blessing, and it has enabled me to say no more boldly to everything that is not needed, not wanted. Life is much simpler, more fulfilling, and more joyful - even without adding much to it.