Stay calm

Being assertive is an important communication skill that can help you express your thoughts and feelings effectively. It involves confidently and respectfully expressing your opinions and standing up for your rights without being aggressive or disrespectful.

To be assertive, it is essential to stay calm and composed when communicating. This can help you come across as confident and in control, while also making the other person feel more at ease. Pay attention to your body language, maintain eye contact, and focus on your breathing to help you stay grounded and present in the conversation.

Practicing assertiveness can not only boost your self-confidence but also improve your relationships and interactions with others. By mastering this skill, you can effectively communicate your needs and boundaries while maintaining a respectful and positive demeanor.

Elizabeth Kilbride is a Writer and Editor with forty years of experience in writing with 12 of those years in the online content sphere. Author of 5 books and a Graduate with an Associate of Arts from Pheonix University in Business Management, then a degree in Mass Communication and Cyber Analysis from Phoenix University, then on to Walden University for her master’s in criminology with emphasis on Cybercrime and Identity Theft and is currently studying for her Ph.D. degree in Criminology, her work portfolio includes coverage of politics, current affairs, elections, history, and true crime. In her spare time, Elizabeth is also a gourmet cook, life coach, and avid artist, proficient in watercolor, acrylic, pen and ink, Gouache, and pastels. As a political operative having worked on over 300 campaigns during her career, Elizabeth has turned many life events into books and movie scripts while using history to weave interesting storylines. She also runs 6 blogs that range from art to life coaching, to food, to writing, and opinion or history pieces each week.