As we strive to assert rather than attack, and even when we hone our assertiveness skills to the max, there are risks. Listen to this podcast for perspective…!
Great Points Podcast: The Thing about Asserting Yourself…
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Monday Motivator: Make that Call
Here’s your Monday challenge: Make that phone call you’ve been putting off. We all have them… the phone call that moves from one day’s to do list to the next, … Continue reading Monday Motivator: Make that Call
Want to be Assertive? Here are Some Tips…
This month’s focus on being assertive has brought some great questions about the line between assertiveness and aggressiveness, and requests for tips. As a reminder, assertiveness involves honoring yourself while … Continue reading Want to be Assertive? Here are Some Tips…
Monday Motivator: Start Something!
Here’s your Monday challenge: START SOMETHING! I love this Seth Godin quote: “The easiest thing is to react. The second easiest thing is to respond. But the hardest thing is … Continue reading Monday Motivator: Start Something!
Great Points Podcast – Assertive or Aggressive?
There is one huge difference between assertiveness and aggressiveness. Listen to this quick podcast to find out…
The Difference between Assertive and Aggressive…
This month we’ve been pontificating on the need to be assertive, and how it differs from being aggressive. Here is some FFT (Food for Thought): Assertive behaviors… Assertive people are … Continue reading The Difference between Assertive and Aggressive…
Monday Motivator: Assert Yourself
Here is Monday’s motivating thought: Assert yourself on one thing (at least) that has been bothering you. Nicely and professionally. Remember, assertiveness is NOT aggressiveness, but it IS standing up … Continue reading Monday Motivator: Assert Yourself
Samples of Clear Boundary Statements
To conclude this month’s emphasis on boundary setting, several of you have asked for examples of clear boundary statements. Just remember, before you make any such statements, it is important … Continue reading Samples of Clear Boundary Statements
Monday Motivator: Sometimes, Setting Boundaries Requires Making Rules
Here’s your Monday Motivator – make some rules to help you honor your boundaries. I’m not saying make a rule for every situation, but sometimes when you articulate the line … Continue reading Monday Motivator: Sometimes, Setting Boundaries Requires Making Rules
Great Points Podcast: Have You Tried a “Boundary Cocoon?”
If you are a giver, you might benefit from boundaries to defend against the “takers” in your life. Listen to this brief podcast for the why and how. And learn about a “boundary cocoon.”
Healthy versus Unhealthy Boundaries
This month we have devoted our posts and podcasts to the whole subject of setting boundaries. Sometimes it is useful to think about what boundaries are actually invading your life, … Continue reading Healthy versus Unhealthy Boundaries
