How To Be Self-assertive When You Have Anxiety Disorders

Many people with anxiety disorders have problems in communicating assertively

. As a result, they may be misunderstood or not listened to or taken advantage of. If you are struggling with anxiety disorders the following are some suggestions to help you become more self-assertive.

Viewing yourself as important

Think of yourself as the person most important to you. Therefore in your daily relationships with others, your communication must safeguard and promote your interests and rights; although you should do this without disregarding the rights of others. Being self-assertive is not the same as being selfish. Self-assertiveness entails balancing the need to fulfill personal interests with the need to honor the interests of others.

Standing for your rights

To be self-assertive, do not recoil from standing for your rights because of fear of disapproval by others. Do not go along with a line of action when it undermines your rights and interests. Do not agree when you should be disagreeing. If you think something or a request made is not good, be clear why, then clearly and respectfully explain why you cannot go along with it.

Being self-assertive encourages other people to treat you with respect and helps you to feel good about yourself. It helps other people to realise that your interests and rights are as important as theirs. Also communicating assertively increases the likelihood of you getting what you want and avoiding ill-feeling and conflict with others.

Other

Also, to be self-assertive,learn to say no to the requests of others without feeling guilty. When you make requests, accept the right of others to say 'no'.

Do not let others decide for you when you should be deciding for yourself.

Do not shy away from interpersonal problems. Address them and negotiate. Be willing to listen to others. Avoid being rash and impetuous.

Further, learn to accept compliments without blushing or without downplaying them.

If you suffer from anxiety disorders, learning self-assertiveness skills can help you to have better interpersonal relationships.

by: Tims Sentinel

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