Today on episode 18 we are talking about men who are assertiveness vs men who are aggressive.

Assertiveness:

A combination of self-mastery - when you are in touch with your thoughts and emotions and are in control of your actions/reactions - and the ability to communicate clearly with others, without expecting a specific response in return.  

Assertiveness is an empowered and direct form of communication that shows you are willing to take a stand for yourself, but also recognize that other people also have the right to take a stand for their beliefs, so you remain open to dialogue and compromise.

Aggressiveness: 

On the polar opposite side of the spectrum from passiveness, we find aggressiveness - a behavior some use to get what they want at all costs. People who behave aggressively are sometimes mischaracterized as assertive, however the biggest difference in being assertive means you stand up for yourself while being considerate of others, while being aggressive means you don’t care how your behavior affects others, as long as you get what you want.

Being rude, pushy, intimidating or relying on physical dominance to get their way, people who act aggressively have difficulty sustaining healthy relationships. Sadly, they rarely recognize that it is their behavior pushing people away and are left feeling abandoned and victimized.

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