92. Breaking Up with Overcommitment: Learning to Say No in the New Year

Are you constantly saying "yes" to everything and feeling overwhelmed? In this episode of Counselor Chat, we’re tackling a topic that hits home for many school counselors: overcommitment. As natural helpers, we often feel the urge to take on more, but saying yes to everything can quickly lead to burnout.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:🎯 Why overcommitment is so common among school counselors🎯 The real reason saying no feels uncomfortable — and how to move past it🎯 How to reframe your no as a yes to what matters most🎯 Three practical strategies to help you say no with confidence and kindnessGrab the Show Notes: Counselingessentials.org/podcastJoin Perks Counseling Club Membership and get the lessons, small group and individual counseling materials you need. Join now and get your first month free when you sign up for 3 months!Connect with Carol:TpT StoreCounseling Essentials WebsiteInstagramFacebookElementary School Counselor Exchange Facebook GroupCaught In The Middle School Counselors Facebook GroupHigh School Counselor Connection Facebook Group🎯 Wisdom from Brené Brown and Steve Jobs on boundaries and focusMentioned in this episode:Perks Membership