The article explores the author's journey from compliance to self-discovery, emphasizing the importance of saying no to align actions with personal values. The author shares experiences from their medical career, including a transformative moment in the Cook Islands that highlighted systemic healthcare inequities. Ultimately, this prompted a shift in focus from merely treating symptoms to advocating for fairness and justice. The author stresses that learning to say no is essential to prevent burnout and ensure quality work, framing it as a form of redirection rather than rejection.
Saying no isn't rejection-it's redirection. It's about aligning your time and energy with your values and goals.
I eventually said no to medicine, not because I didn't care, but because I cared deeply.
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