Being "easygoing" is costing you more than you think

Assertiveness is not aggression. It’s about knowing that your feelings and needs matter. It’s also about expressing those feelings and needs, and listening to others. 
 
As a therapist in Northern New Jersey, I see so many clients struggle with assertiveness. They either struggle to speak up, compromising on everything and ending up frustrated or feeling hopeless. Or they are overbearing and they run the risk of losing valuable relationships or business ventures.
 
Assertiveness is a skill that develops over time. It takes practice to find that sweet spot where you can express yourself authentically but also stay in tune with the emotional needs of others.
 
Get in contact if you would like to explore this in more detail.

Chris Warren-Dickins
Therapist in Ridgewood, New Jersey
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