Article #524
Nature has shaped mankind to live together, build relationships and depend on others. Without a shoulder to cry on or a friend to celebrate with, the life as we know it will lose all its importance and meaning. Events would be dull and grey if we didn’t have anyone to share love, happiness, kindness, sadness and much more.

You’ve decided to refuse to play your part in the dysfunctional relationship(s) by choosing to be assertive. When we are assertive we choose to handle ourselves, our reactions, our relationships, and stressful situations in a healthy, responsible, and non-manipulative manner. We understand that we have choices. Remember that you will be treated exactly as you feel you deserve to be treated. Communication is a learned skill.

“The group you work with has a level of self-esteem based on the composite self-esteem levels of the individuals in the group. We each take to the workplace (works the same in families) our level of awareness,…and our ability to stay in present-time and not let past hurts be projected onto others….One of the most important things we do is model and reflect to others how we value ourselves….”