Assertive communication
the ability to express positive and negative ideas and feelings in an open, honest and direct way. It recognizes our rights whilst still respecting the rights of others. It allows us to take responsibility for ourselves and our actions without judging or blaming other people.
What is Assertive Communication?
an active process of becoming aware of and making choices toward a healthy and fulfilling life. Wellness is more than being free from illness, it is a dynamic process of change and growth.
What is wellness?
the key to developing (and keeping) friendships and to building a strong social support network. They also help you take care of your own needs, while being respectful of the needs of others. People aren’t born with good communication skills; like any other skill, they are learned through trial and error and repeated practice.
What is communication skills?
the process of expense tracking, investing, budgeting, banking and evaluating taxes of one's money which is also called investment management.
What if financial management?
an account set up at a financial institution that allows an individual to save for retirement with tax-free growth or on a tax-deferred basis. The 3 main types of this each have different advantages
What is an IRA?
Part of being assertive involves the ability to appropriately express your needs and feelings. You can accomplish this by.........
These indicate ownership, do not attribute blame, focuses on behavior, identifies the effect of behavior, is direct and honest, and contributes to the growth of your relationship with each other.
What is an "I" statement?
Reduction in risk for major disease
• Greater energy levels
• Enhanced relationships
• Improved self-confidence
• Improves ability to control stress
• Increased muscle tone, strength, flexibility, and endurance
• A more positive outlook on life.
What are the Benefits of Physical Fitness?
What you say to people with your eyes or your body language is just as powerful as what you say with words. When you feel anxious, you might behave in ways that are designed to avoid communicating with others. For example, you may avoid eye contact or speak very softly. In other words, you are trying not to communicate, likely to avoid being judged negatively by others. However, your body language and tone of voice does communicate powerful messages to others about your:
What is nonverbal communication?
cash, checks, money orders,
What are types of money?
involves paying close attention to what the other person is saying, asking clarifying questions, and rephrasing what the person says to ensure understanding ("So, what you're saying is…").
What is active listening?
Confidence – you believe in your ability to handle a situation. Clear – the message you have is clear and easy to understand. Controlled – you deliver information in a calm and controlled manner.
What are the 3 C's of assertive communication?
eating a wide variety of foods in the right proportions, and consuming the right amount of food and drink to achieve and maintain a healthy body weight
what is a balance diet?
Every person has a unique communication style, a way in which they interact and exchange information with others. There are four basic communication styles
What are passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive and assertive?
What is earned income?
The human body can provide places for disease-causing germs and parasites to grow and multiply. These places include the skin and in and around the openings to the body. It is less likely that germs and parasites will get inside the body if people have good......
What is personal hygiene habits?
One of the main benefits of being assertive is that it can help you to become more self-confident, as you gain a better understanding of who you are and the value that you offer.
Assertiveness provides several other benefits that can help you both in your workplace and in other areas of your life. In general, assertive people:
What is Make great managers, Negotiate successful "win-win" solutions, Are better doers and problem solvers, Are less anxious and stressed?
The average adult requires between 7-9 hours of this each night, while children and teenagers need between 9-10 hours
What is sleep?
the key to developing (and keeping) friendships and to building a strong social support network. They also help you take care of your own needs, while being respectful of the needs of others. People aren’t born with good communication skills; like any other skill, they are learned through trial and error and repeated practice.
What are open-ended questions?
the ability to borrow money or access goods or services with the understanding that you'll pay later. ... To the extent that creditors consider you worthy of their trust, you are said to be.......
What is credit?
a method for distributing your income among the mix of things you want and need. Creating a this plan ahead of time will allow you to effectively manage your finances and determine where to best use your money.
What is a spending plan?
How to Become More Assertive (Name 3 out of 7)
1. Value Yourself and Your Rights
2. Voice Your Needs and Wants Confidently
3. Acknowledge That You Can't Control Other People's Behavior
4. Express Yourself in a Positive Way
5. Be Open to Criticism and Compliments
6. Learn to Say "No"
7. Use Assertive Communication Techniques
our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. It is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood.
What is Mental health?
someone or something exhibiting the characteristics of a friend, such as being kind, helpful or affectionate.
what is being friendly?
IRA, 401k, 403b
What are savings investments?
head, face, neck, shoulders, armpits, arms , chest, privates, Legs, and feet.
What is the correct body Washing order?