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Which scenario shows the effects of assertive communication?

Megan loves Harry, but he does not share his true feelings.
Michael and Alaina respect each other and have no problem expressing their needs.
Janet is aggressive, and her partner often takes a more passive role.
Kate and Henry choose to go to couple's counseling because of the hostility in their relationship.

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Michael and Alaina respect each other and have no problem expressing their needs.

Passive Communication:

Avoiding to express your thoughts and feelings. People who are passive often have low-confidence and are people-pleasers.


Common phrases a passive communicator would use are:

“You’re right, everything is my fault.”

“I’m sorry!”

Assertive Communication:

Expressing your thoughts and feelings in a straightforward way but without putting down or disrespecting others. People who are assertive are often confident, but not so overly-confident that they think they’re better than others.


Common phrases a assertive communicator would use are:

“I respect your opinion, but I disagree.”

“Let’s agree to disagree.”


Aggressive Communication:

To express your thoughts and feelings but by putting down and disrespecting others. People who are aggressive are often abusive and overly-confident.


Common phrases a aggressive communicator would use are:

“It’s all your fault!”

“I’m right you’re wrong!”

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