Assertive, aggressive and non assertive

In any given situation, especially when making decisions, you have the choice of being assertive, aggressive or non-assertive.

If you choose to make decisions based on information and your needs, you are acting assertively. If you, on the other hand, based your decisions on the potential for influencing others or without any regard on the feelings of others, you are being aggressive. But if you choose to leave to others to make decisions to avoid conflict, you are being non-assertive.

Acting assertively enables you to express your needs, thoughts and feelings honestly and directly without violating the right of others nor hurting their feelings. Being assertive boost your self-esteem and self-confidence.