tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-204077038052492602.post6078194790696631366..comments2023-05-26T00:37:27.829-07:00Comments on How one practical woman sees it...: Help! I'm addicted!!One Practical Womanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00373398158290658384noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-204077038052492602.post-86957239699000252252010-10-20T09:35:44.002-07:002010-10-20T09:35:44.002-07:00Re #1: You are SUCH a fabulous helper. But keep in...Re #1: You are SUCH a fabulous helper. But keep in mind you cannot help people if you crack. If you want to keep your commitments, you'll learn to smile and say "NO!" I'm sure you know I'm big on volunteering - but definately not to the extent that you take yourself out.<br /><br />I've seen someone take on too much. I admire all they do in some aspects - almost want to aspire to who they are. Then I remind myself that they're on medication just to cope. Enough said?<br /><br />PLEASE learn to say "no" at least sometimes. (And thank you for saying no to me when you have.) If you really want someone to help these people, simply say you're tapped but that you'll mention it to others and pass the info along. Someone with more time may be a more valuable asset in the long run anyway (no offense to your fabulous skills).<br /><br />As for donations? Make yourself a policy. A set amount per year or a policy that you don't donate at the door "Do you have a card? I'll contact you . . . ." Though I personally find this difficult with kids (recently purchased a ticket for a draw for something I totally don't need).<br /><br />Hopefully this helps, and good luck!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18310488106865845732noreply@blogger.com