Editing Be Assertive Without Being Rude

There are many ways to be assertive without being rude. This is one of them.
[[Category:Assertiveness & Self Esteem]]

== Steps ==
=== Assertiveness Help ===
[[Doc:Assertive Responses,Assertiveness Tips and Tricks]]
=== Being Assertive Without Being Rude ===
# Be direct and make your points clear. This is basically the first step. Don't sugarcoat things and state the facts as they are.<br><br>[[Image:Be Assertive Without Being Rude Step 1.jpg|center|550px]]
#  Be polite while stating your points. '''Never''' make personal insults and speak with a kind and gentle voice.<br><br>[[Image:Be Assertive Without Being Rude Step 2.jpg|center|550px]]
#* For example, if someone asks you to do something you generally don't wish to do, just say a simple "no thank you" or "no thanks". These are polite, formal ways to decline a task. Additionally, you could apologize that you weren't able to help, or recommend that they should visit someone you know who could assist them.
#* Keep your voice loud enough to hear, but make sure it is at a calm and peaceful pitch. Yelling is often considered rude, especially in a public area.
#* Allow the other person to share her side of the story first, and then you may share your side.


== Tips ==