The article introduces a new model of assertiveness that emphasizes its role beyond merely speaking up. The traditional view associates assertiveness primarily with expressing oneself and standing up for one’s rights. However, the new model outlines four assertiveness strategies: Speaking Up, Jumping In, Embracing Compassion, and Accepting Life. These strategies shift focus to the intentional activities that shape behavior, emotional responses, and mindset, highlighting that assertiveness must be learned and practiced to achieve long-term happiness and life satisfaction.
Most people likely think of assertiveness as 'speaking up'—honestly expressing how they feel, standing up for themselves, and finding the courage to say no.
About 40 percent of our happiness is influenced by intentional activities...because we tend to adapt to our changing circumstances and revert back to our happiness set point.
The proposed model of assertiveness emphasizes behavior, emotion, and mindset, not merely communication, and aims at enhancing overall well-being.
Learning and practicing assertiveness is essential to fostering long-term happiness and satisfaction, going beyond simple self-advocacy.
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