We all have basic rights as human beings. Even the U.S. Constitution states that we
have the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. We also have the right to be treated with respect,
dignity, professionalism, and courtesy.
Remember something called the First Amendment? Freedom of speech? We also have the right to speak. Along with this goes the right to be heard.
A large part of being assertive is speaking up for
ourselves. It includes telling people
what we think and how we feel. It also
includes telling them the impact their words and actions have on us.
They key to finding the balance between being passive and
aggressive is respect.
Respect will be the topic of the next blog.
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