
444 - Assert Yourself Without Being an Asshole
Multiamory: Rethinking Modern Relationships
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The Importance and Impact of Assertiveness Training
This chapter explores the significance of assertiveness training and its impact on communication, anxiety, and depression. It discusses studies on the effectiveness of assertiveness training compared to placebos and control groups, including surprising findings in reducing symptoms of depression and social anxiety. The chapter also delves into the role of assertiveness in social movements and workplace perceptions, emphasizing the need for a balance between assertiveness and aggression.
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