Assertiveness
For a person to establish a point of view and then maintain that idea, he or she
would need to have given a great deal of thought to the subject and also to
related topics. Clarity of purpose or intent requires time spent gaining
knowledge and considering the matter, which would be at a premium, as would
discussion with other people. The process may be painful if the person is not
familiar with the idea that criticism can be positive or negative, whilst
covering both good and bad points.
Socially, having an assertive personality will mean that one is able to state
one' s case succinctly and ensure that the concept one is proposing is readily
understood. In the absence of aggression one will never force an issue, but
consider reasoned argument at a later date.
For more information see '
Life Skills'