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Being assertive involves openness, honesty, and firmness, all with appropriateness and flexibility. The assertive person in today’s society is confident, respects the rights of others, and is willing to ask others to do likewise. At the end of the course, you will be able to:
Recognize if your tendencies are assertive, passive, or aggressive.
Identify the four choices we have for responding to situations we are not happy with.
Understand the elements that make up the Assertiveness Ethic.
Be aware of several strategies for being more assertive.
If class is full, please contact Human Resources at 585-2300 to be placed on a waiting list.
This class is taught by Tina Halliday, LCSW from the EAP.
The University of Utah Employee Assistance Program is a confidential, free service to all eligible employees and their household members. The EAP was created to help with a variety of personal concerns including family and relationship issues, stress, grief, depression, anxiety, alcohol/drug problems, workplace issues, management consultation, and more. The EAP can also provide advice, and referrals to help resolve legal issues, financial issues, and child-care and eldercare concerns. The EAP is an access point to your behavioral healthcare and chemical dependency treatment benefit. |
