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Practice Speaking up when you have an idea or opinion, this is one of the most important assertiveness skills and gets easier the more you do it.
You will gain respect from others standing firm when it matters. Practice Standing up for your opinions and stick to them.
When you know that asserting yourself may cause conflict it is more difficult to do,You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login, but it is important to remember that your opinions are as valid as anyone else's,You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login, even if they tend to be louder then you.
Remember in the long term it can be more distressing to harbour resentment from not expressing yourself than facing the conflict involved with showing your true feelings.
If something makes you uncomfortable or you haven't got the time or if someone makes you feel overwhelmed it is reasonable to say I'm sorry but I can't.You can still help others when you have the time or when you want to, but if you can't you don't have to feel guilty or obliged.
Learn to accept compliments Say thank you when someone compliments you, don't feel embarrassed.
Don't be afraid to ask for what you want People who are not assertive by nature find it hard to ask of others, however if you simply ask reasonable requests of others you may be surprised how willing others can be to help.
If someone is really insulting you unecessarily you would need to stand up and say I don't think that is appropriate/true, I don't like being spoken to like that.
If you are used to keeping your opinions to yourself even when it is important to you learning to speak up can be quite liberating.
Practice saying no It's OK to say no to things you don't want to do.Once you overcome any anxiety about speaking up you will feel better about yourself,You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login, your relationships should improve.
Learn to accept constructive criticism Nobody is perfect, don't take it to heart when someone gives you feedback that is not positive.
Don't be afraid to say what you think,You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login, what is the worst that can happen?
Practice asking people for little things and don�t feel bad about asking.
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