assertive communication
What does your communication with others look like? Would you classify yourself as someone that has to yell in order for others to listen to you, or do you stay quiet when you really want to speak up for yourself? Some people go back and forth between the two and aren't sure how to communicate with others. Assertive communication is a skill that most people have to learn at some point in their life. It isn't something people know how to do naturally. With this communication style you learn to communicate effectively in a firm, non aggressive tone, or without making others guess what's wrong. You will learn to identify your needs, relay them to others, listen to their needs, and set flexible goals for the relationship. Assertive communication teaches setting healthy boundaries for what is acceptable/not acceptable in the relationship and communicating those boundaries to others. It is the most effective way to address issues in relationships with friends, family members, spouses, co-workers and others.