Higher self-esteem, more positive emotions, and a better overall outlook for the future...
What is Happiness?
When a demand is greater than what I can handle...
What is stress?
Your needs, wants, and rights are as important as anyone else's. It's fine to express what you want.
What is "Respect yourself?"
"An old friend called and we decided to get together."
What is "Other People's Influence?"
Limits and rules within a relationship...
What are Personal Boundaries?
What is Positivity?
Headaches, difficulty sleeping, moodiness, difficulty concentrating, etc.
What are symptoms of stress?
Good eye contact, steady tone of voice, confident body language...
What are non-verbal cues of Assertive Communication?
"I just lost my job. Why not use?"
What is "Catastrophic Events?"
Unlikely to ask for help and very protective of personal information...
What are Rigid Boundaries?
Better sleep, less pain, and more patience...
What is Better Health?
The goal is to _____ stress, not to ____ it.
What is "The goal is to MANAGE stress, not to ELIMINATE it."?
Loud, easily frustrated, disrespectful towards others...
What is Aggressive Communication?
"I'm out of energy. I'll function better if I'm using."
What is "Specific Purposes?"
A person's personal space or physical touch...
What are Physical Boundaries?
Healthier relationships with more satisfaction...
What is Positive Friendships?
Eating healthy, keeping a healthy sleep schedule, exercising, etc.
What is Focusing on the Basics?
Know your wants and needs... and how you can express them before entering a conversation.
What is "Plan what you are going to say?"
"I'm back in control. I'll be able to stop when I want to."
What is "Addiction is Cured?"
Accepting of abuse or disrespect and difficulty saying "no"...
What are Porous Boundaries?
Happiness lasts longer and rebounding faster...
What is Resilience?
Making a "To Do List" and ranking the importance of each item...
What is Prioritizing my Responsibilities?
Quiet and lacks confidence...
What is Passive Communication?
"I'm feeling really good. Using once won't hurt."
What is "Celebrating?"
A person's money or possessions...
What are Material Boundaries?