The Art of Saying No

Such a simple word for so many to say
Why do I struggle so much
There are so many things on my plate
It would be the perfect finishing touch.

I want to help those around me
Whatever the cost
But too many times I find myself
Barely surviving and lost.

I need to use that simple word
So many learn when they are young
Instead of trying to please everyone
It needs to slip off my tongue.

If I could just say that word
Know when to use it best
That simple, little phrase
My heart would find its rest.