Assertiveness is about making your needs and requests known without stepping on the needs of others in the process. Assertiveness is an essential life characteristic that ensures your rights are protected and your needs are met.
However, many people fail to master the art of assertiveness, and either become too aggressive or too timid to interact with others in a healthy fashion. This article will define what assertiveness is and how to use it to your advantage in life.
Assertive, Aggressive or Timid?
There are three basic ways that individuals interact with those around them:
