Do you struggle to say no and feel close to burnout? Setting boundaries is hard but possible

Recognising and prioritising your own needs doesn’t come easy, but it’s important to own it, says Abi Jackson

The more you practise saying no, the easier it gets

Find it impossible to set boundaries or say no, without providing a lengthy grovelling explanation?

Of course, a bit of explanation is sometimes necessary. You don’t want to give loved ones the impression you don’t care, and your boss probably won’t be impressed if you miss deadlines without communicating.