Assertive :
The assertive person clearly says what he or se is thinking and respects the rights of others.
- Talk about needs clearly and directly
- talk about ideas without feeling scared
- speak up for what they believe in even if people disagree
- know their rights and how to use them
- communicate in a way that people understand their point
- talk respectfully and professionally to others
- take responsibility for their actions
- listen to what other people have to say
Aggressive people say what they think or feel in a way that makes other people feel badly or angry. they are not always good problem solvers since they are quick to blame and attack others.
Aggressive people may:
- Point their finger at people when talking to them
- stamp their feet when they are mad
- scream or yell when angry
- walk one step ahead of others in their group
- be very good at the "put-down"
- answer for other people
- cause people to be afraid of them
Passive
people who are passive let other people tell them what to do. They say 'yes' when they really wanted to say 'no'. And they do not speak up for themselve or for their rights. They are often so concerned with being liked and accepted that they may never see the need to advocate.
passive people
- often talk with their hands over their mouth
- do not look at the person they are talking to
- hang their heads or slump while sitting
- speak too softley for people to hear them
- do not speak up when their rights are violated
