About this book
Stand up and be heard! With more than 100, 000 copies sold, this fully revised and updated self-help classic by psychologist Randy J. Patersonāauthor of How to Be Miserable āwill help you get started today.
Do you feel uncomfortable in situations where you disagree with others? Do you struggle to express your opinions or assert your boundaries? If you've ever felt paralyzed by confrontation, or have bitten your tongue rather than offer an opposing point of view, you know that a lack of assertiveness can leave you feeling marginalized and powerless.Assertiveness is a critical skill that not only influences your professional success, but also your personal happiness! So, how can you make sure your voice is heard?
The Assertiveness Workbook contains powerfully effective skills grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help you communicate more effectively, improve social interactions, and express yourself with confidence and clarity. You'll learn how to set and maintain personal boundaries while staying connected, and discover ways to be more genuine and open in your relationships. Finally, you'll learn to defend yourself calmly if you're unfairly criticized or asked to submit to unreasonable requests.
Fully revised and updatedāthis new edition includes information on the impact of social media, mini-dialogs to help you navigate tricky social interactions, and skills to shift your behaviors to be more assertiveāso you can improve your communication skills, and your life!
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Table of contents
- Contents
- Preface to the Second Edition
- Part One: On the Launchpad
- Part Two: Leaping the Barriers to Assertiveness
- Part Three: Becoming Assertive
- Postscript: Being You
- Acknowledgments
- Assertiveness Scorecards
- Request Worksheet
- Additional Reading
- References
- About the Author