STOP SAYING NO

Good morning to my dear lecturers and friends. I’m Tenesh Thanabalan from
Bengkel Polimer. The topic of my today’s speech is Stop saying no. I’m going to give
some tips on how to overcome the monster inside you.

We get used to say no. “No, I can’t have this.” “No that can’t be done.” “No that won’t
happen.” Sometimes we get so used to saying it, that it starts to creep into our
dreams, hopes, and opportunities to grow. Then suddenly you’re saying “No, I can’t
be normal.” “No, I can’t do that.” “No, ’cause why bother?”

This is your inner monster. The beast inside of you that has nothing better to do than
second-guess your every move. The simplest way to control these negative thoughts
is to acknowledge them. Simply say to your beast: “That’s nice, we’ll see.” Then
continue on doing whatever awesome thing you want to do.

First, find a way to focus. Find a quiet place. Even though it’s hard, face your
thoughts and be alone with them. Think through them; understand their basis, and
their logic. Get comfortable with them; try to focus on your breathing if they get too
overwhelming.

Get started when you’re most energized. Whatever time of day you feel the most
motivated and energized; try to find some way to do something good for yourself at
that time.

Ready to conquer that inner monster now? Think of what good thing you can do right
now! Doesn’t have to be big, just something. Do it! The first step is the most
important one!

That’s all for today. Thank you and good day.