by: Gladys Gibson
Yes and no are two important words. Their right use can help us strike the right notes of life in our daily activities and relationships with others.
Yes can be a door – opening word, because when we say yes to life, we swing wide the door to adventure and discovery. When we say yes, we say yes to new ideas, new methods and new concepts, that help create a better world, for us and for others. Yes is a challenging word, which means accepting responsibility, assuming the initiative, and blazing new trails. Yes is a creative word that starts things moving and gets things done.
No can be a door – closing word because we may be saying no to life, no to opportunities to learn and grow.
However, there are times when we need to say no, times when saying no is making the right use of wisdom and good judgment.