Assertive communication
Social Skills · Intermediate
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Express your ideas and feelings clearly and respectfully.
Micro-habits to get started
Small actions of a few minutes to start this habit:
Say 'no' once today
Practice turning something down kindly and firmly.
You can say “I can't right now, thank you”.
1 minUse 'I' statements
Express a feeling using “I feel...” instead of “You always...”.
Focus on how the situation makes you feel, not on blaming the other person.
2 minAsk for what you need
Make a direct, clear request of someone today.
Be specific: what you need, from whom and by when.
2 min