Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson Ep. 41: How to Assert Yourself Effectively
Oct 22, 2018
In this discussion, Dr. Rick Hanson, a neuropsychologist and author known for his insights on resilience, shares practical strategies on assertiveness. He highlights common pitfalls like not speaking up or being overly aggressive and emphasizes the importance of balance. They explore three key conversational phases and the power of clear requests over demands to foster cooperation. By focusing on future outcomes and making specific agreements, listeners can effectively navigate challenging conversations and strengthen relationships.
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Prep To Prevail
- Prepare before important conversations by knowing what you see, what you want, and what you'll do.
- Decide whether to let it go, act unilaterally, or bring gravity to the issue before you speak.
Housework Perception Gap
- Rick Hanson describes how partners misperceive household contributions, with mothers often underestimating and fathers overestimating effort.
- Clarifying facts narrows conflict and prevents arguments based on mistaken assumptions.
Keep Eyes On The Prize
- Keep your eyes on the prize by staying focused on the result you want from the interaction.
- Ignore distracting side issues and pop out to comment on process if the conversation drifts.
