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
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Aggression is what you resort to if you don’t want to be ‘passive’ any longer but don’t know how to act assertively. It’s counter-productive in the long term because even if you get what you want this time, people are more likely to resist you in the future. Far better to find the middle ...
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