Often times we look back on a situation and wish we would have behaved more assertively. Perhaps we were passively putting others before ourselves. On the other hand, we may have acted aggressively acted by only considering ourselves. In previous articles, we discussed the challenges…
Practicing assertiveness can be a challenge. In previous articles, we discussed how asserting our right to say, “no” can be a difficult challenge even when our health is on the line. We can feel pressure from our job and from society to behave passively, by…
In previous articles(1 & 2) we discussed the importance of assertiveness in the age of the coronavirus. We discussed how behaving passively, by putting the rights and needs of others, could lead to putting ourselves and our loved ones in danger if it leads to…
In a recent article, we reviewed the importance of assertiveness in the age of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Behaving and communicating assertively can be challenging. Today, much of the world is facing a pandemic and an economic crisis that leaves many feeling helpless. In…
Life is stressful. We face constant pressure from others in our daily lives, under normal circumstances, let alone during a pandemic. We have work deadlines, people intruding on our personal space, and the expectations we place on ourselves, which added together can make us feel…
In life, there are often times when you need to have uncomfortable conversations. Assertively communicating in a way that is clear and direct is one of the most effective ways of minimizing conflict, preventing misunderstandings, and creating a positive environment. When you practice assertive communication,…