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Assertiveness
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Giving reasons during conflict to justify or defend a viewpoint is just as manipulative as giving reasons to attack that viewpoint. Neither of these routes is an honest assertive I want that can lead to a workable compromise of interests to quickly resolve the conflict.
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― When I Say No, I Feel Guilty: How to Cope - Using the Skills of Systematic Assertive Therapy
― When I Say No, I Feel Guilty: How to Cope - Using the Skills of Systematic Assertive Therapy
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It is not selfish to express one's wants, likes, and needs, and to defend oneself against injustice. It is selfish not to give others the same freedom.
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