I've been asked many times how I learned to bee more assertive so I decide to create a video describing my journey. It's not easy to become more assertive, especially when you're coming from a passive style of communication like I did. But there are some strategies and mindset shifts that do make it easier. Believe me, I was probably THE most passive communicator around. But I learned how to overcome that and communicate assertively when I needed to and when I wanted to.

Assertive communication is a skill that you can absolutely master. It will take time, but it is possible. And when you do master it, you will absolutely see a dramatic change in your life and in your relationships with others. You will feel way more in control of your life. You will no longer feel like a pushover. You will feel empowered! And that is the result you can expect when you learn to become more assertive.

This video is for all of those out there who want to be more assertive and stand up for themselves but have difficult in doin it. If I can do it, you can too! Watch this video to learn the struggles, challenges and rewards I saw. Let's become more assertive together!

Timestamps:
00:00 How I learned to be more assertive
00:58 What pushed me to become more assertive?
02:14 What I was doing wrong.
02:37 What I did first.
03:01 What I was doing wrong.
06:17 How I set boundaries
08:17 Saying "no" is really uncomfortable.
10:18 Moving from passive communication.
13:17 Making sure my body language was assertive.
14:40 Yes, it's ok to be assertive.
16:38 It's easy to revert back to being passive.
18:42 The power of writing and practicing assertive conversations.
19:25 What happened when I started to be more assertive?

OTHER YOUTUBE VIDEOS YOU NEED TO WATCH...
✔ 5 Reasons Why You Need to Be More Assertive https://youtu.be/MD4_Vh3lMc0
✔ Be Assertive On The Spot https://youtu.be/f1A4y6JXy_M
✔Foolish Lies That Stop You Being Assertive as a Leader https://youtu.be/pF7--KLquK0

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