9_Assertive behaviour(one month).ppt

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ASSERTIVENESS

A skill through which one

can express ones rightsand feelings without hurtingothers to the extentpossible


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PASSIVE

Ignores ones own

rights and feelings

Respects others rightsand feelings


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AGGRESSIVE

Respects only ones

own rights andfeelings

Ignores others rightsand feelings


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ASSERTIVE

Respects ones own

rights and feelings

Respects others rightsand feelings also


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PASSIVE BEHAVIOUR

Giving in to others requests and putting

pressure on oneself

Saying `Yes when one wants to say `No

Feeling inadequate and being manipulated


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WHY PEOPLE ARE PASSIVE

Fear of disapproval

Fear of criticism

Out of politeness

To avoid conflicts Unskilled in being assertive

Sorry! nexttime I will takecare


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WHAT HAPPENS IF ONE IS PASSIVE?

Loss of confidence and feeling of low worth Gets hurt and does not use ones full potential Feels angry and frustrated Loses control in relationships Allows others to manipulate Feels miserable and doesnt know why Never fulfills ones own legitimate needs


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AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOUR

Forcing others to dowhat you want andignoring their feelings

Saying No in a hostile

and sarcastic manner


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WHY PEOPLE ARE AGGRESSIVE

Lack of confidence

Success in the past with aggression

To demonstrate power

To release anger

To manipulate others


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WHAT HAPPENS IF ONE ISAGGRESSIVE?

Conflicts and break up of relationships

Labelled pushy and domineering

Loses respect of others

Increased stress and possible violence

Cannot achieve results


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JUST SAYNO, TO DRUGS

ASSERTIVE BEHAVIOUR

Feeling comfortable in

expressing ones needs andfeelings

Being able to say `No withoutaffecting the relationship


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WHY PEOPLE ARE ASSERTIVE

Feel confident about themselves

Have respect for others hence avoid hurtingothers

Feel in control of situations

Honest to self and others


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WHAT HAPPENS IF ONE ISASSERTIVE?

Able to get things done without problems

Gains self respectReduces fear in interpersonal relationshipsand strengthens them

Avoids exploitation and manipulation andalways in control


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YOUR RIGHTS

You have the right to

do anything, as long as it does not hurt others

maintain your dignity, if you feel you are beingmanipulated

make a request to the other person and realizethat the other person has the right to say `No


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Effective assertive statements

Start the statement with No Use clear and crisp language

Avoid long winded explanationsDont blame or use others to explain your standDont expect the other to accept your

explanation or decisionDont sound apologetic


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Non verbal cues for assertiveness

Look at other in his eyeSpeak in a clear firm voiceStand / sit up erectUse natural gestures


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Importance of assertiveness for

clients in recoveryHandle peer pressure and safeguardsobriety

Live by his valuesExercise his rights and implement hisdecisionsBuild and safeguard his self-esteemMaintain good relationships


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Importance of assertiveness forcounselors

Handle clients with firmness even while beingempathetic

Set limits and implement rules appropriatelyFunction in line with our professional ethicsSafeguard team spirit

Function as role models by exercising ourrights and living by our values without undulyhurting others


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