Visual Aid 1.7.1: Assertiveness

Visual Aid 1.7.1:  Assertiveness

Assertiveness is -          standing up for yourself without being rude -          an important communication skill -          ensures that we communicate clearly and effectively -          also respecting rights and views of others

Explain the benefits of being assertive in workplace as well as personal life. Use the following visual aid or flip chart.

Visual Aid 1.7.2:  Benefits of Assertiveness

Assertiveness has benefits
	- You feel empowered and self-confidence - Understand and recognise your feelings - Earn respect from others - You can negotiate a win-win - Enables you to also respect other people’s needs and rights - Create honest relationships - Reduces stress

Being assertive in difficult situations can be quite tough.

Introduce concept of passive, aggressive and assertive                                          35 Min

Exercise: Read out Hasina’s case and discuss what she should do in such a situation.  Distribute 1 metacard per person

Hasina has been standing in line for two hours to get a movie ticket. The rule is that only one ticket is sold per person. She is feeling hot, irritated and tired and knows that her mom is waiting for her