No is universal. No has closed doors that were once open.  No has created and maintained boundaries.  No has given me a voice in situations that I have remained silent in.  No has made me choose and realize that I have a choice.  No has humbled me.  No has made me ask questions.  No has severed ties with what has died, planted seeds, grown new roots, and given birth to new possibilities.  No has made me uncomfortable. No has held me responsible and accountable.  No has taught me discipline and focus.  No has challenged me and made me challenge others.  No has reminded me of my worth.  No has strengthened me.  No has softened me.  No has awakened me.  No has proven to be golden, and most important- to me- no has provided peace. 

Try "no."