Episode 24: Nope.

A cinematic take on the moments — big and small — that shape my life, my thoughts, and the way I see the world.

Tapeka Fennell-Francis

Award-Winning Multimedia Journalist | Founder and CEO at Fennell-Francis Global Entertainment Group | Author | Philanthropist | Educator | Media and Marketing Subject Matter Expert | Global Speaker

February 25, 2025

By: Tapeka Fennell-Francis

There’s a certain kind of joy that comes with saying nope. Not “no,” not “maybe later,” just a crisp, unbothered, straight-to-the-point nope.

I’ve been in my nope era lately. An idea that doesn’t align with my vision? Nope. A random number calls me back-to-back like we’re long-lost cousins? Nope. A text that starts with, “Hey, you got a minute?” but I know it’s about to be an hour? Absolutely not.🤦♀️

It’s not that I don’t care — actually, it’s the opposite. I care about my peace. I care about my energy. I care about not being dragged into situations that make me want to dramatically stare out of a window like I’m in a soap opera. And let’s be honest, some situations don’t even deserve a full explanation. They just need a well-timed, half-smiling, nope.✨

So, here’s to the power of opting out, setting boundaries, and dodging nonsense like it’s a sport. May your nope be strong, your time be protected, and your peace be uninterrupted.

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