If you have problems expressing your own opinions and feelings or struggle to say no without feeling guilty it is possible that you have difficulty asserting yourself.
What Is Assertiveness?
If you have problems expressing your own opinions and feelings or struggle to say no without feeling guilty it is possible that you have difficulty asserting yourself.
Being assertive means that you can express yourself effectively and stand up for your point of view, while also respecting the rights and beliefs of others. Being assertive can help to boost your self esteem, reduce stress and improve your relationships with others.
What Are The Signs Of Low Assertiveness?
People who find it difficult to assert them do so for many reasons and symptoms can vary but this is a guide to some of the things you may experience:
Feeling low in mood
Have thoughts such as ‘No one likes me’ and ‘I must not disappoint people’
Never expressing your own opinions or feelings
You struggle to say no to people
You find it difficult to give or receive compliments
Spend more time alone
Avoid social situations
Worry that if you express your needs you will be perceived as selfish
Expect that if you stand up for yourself the other person will be angry or upset
About Select Psychology
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Select Psychology is a highly regarded and compassionate mental health service provider dedicated to helping individuals improve their well-being.
With a team of experienced and qualified therapists, we offer a range of evidence-based therapies tailored to meet the unique needs of each person. Our approach is rooted in professionalism, empathy, and personalised care.
At Select Psychology, we strive to create a safe and supportive environment where individuals, young people and families can explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, and work towards achieving positive and lasting change. Through our expertise and commitment to provide exceptional therapeutic support, we work to make every mental health journey a success.
Much of our work is with clients who fund their own therapy. We also work in partnership with private healthcare providers, insurance providers, and the NHS to support our services and bring our services to those in need regionally and nationally.
The course will be accredited by the CPD at LEVEL 3. This one day course is designed to help learners identify assertive behaviour and use assertiveness to improve performance in the workplace.
Delegates will learn and practice how to use assertiveness skills to promote themselves in both personal life and in the workplace.
This workshop is designed for leaders at all levels who would benefit from confidence and assertiveness exercises to enhance their practice.
This one-day Assertiveness training course covers the basics of assertiveness – what it is and the challenges people face when being assertive. It will provide you with the tools and skills you need to think and act more assertively.
Your Clients Learning will usually be reinforced by success with one person.
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