People tend to think that highly assertive people are less friendly, less likeable, and more self-involved than others—and sometimes they are. In real life, people who push too hard and never seem to ...

Being assertive is a skill we all need in our toolbox. It’s about standing up for yourself, expressing your thoughts, and setting boundaries. But let’s face it, sometimes in our quest to be assertive, ...

Dear Eric: All my life, I have taken pride in being the peacekeeper, the one who smooths over tension, avoids conflict and tries to make sure everyone feels heard. I have always believed that kindness ...

It’s only a matter of time before a life-long people pleaser wakes up and cries, “Enough is enough!” Instead of going with the flow to be as nice as possible, there’s often a tipping point when you ...