Podcasts Health Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson Ep. 41: How to Assert Yourself Effectively

Ep. 41: How to Assert Yourself Effectively

Published: Oct. 22, 2018, 4 p.m.

Relationships go smoothly when everyone wants the same thing. But how common is that? On this episode, Forrest and Dr. Hanson continue the strength of Courage by exploring how we can assert ourselves effectively.\nIf you'd like to start making real, positive changes to your brain and your life, but you don't have a lot of extra time, then you may want to check out Rick Hanson's new program: Just One Minute. Use the code BEINGWELL at checkout for 10% off the purchase price.\nSponsor Message:\xa0We're now on Patreon! If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link.\nConnect with the show:\n\nVisit us on the web\n\nFollow us on Instagram\n\nFollow Rick on Facebook\n\nFollow Forrest on Facebook\n\nSubscribe on iTunes\n\nThe material in this podcast comes in large part from our book Resilient: How to Grow an Unshakable Core of Calm, Strength, and Happiness.\xa0If you like the podcast, you'll love the book!\nTimestamps:\n1:15: Why do people struggle to assert themselves effectively?\n3:10: Setting the stage for asserting yourself.\n8:45: Keeping your eyes on the prize.\n11:50: Commenting on process.\n16:10: Focusing on the future.\n18:15: What would it look like if you got what you wanted?\n24:00: Make requests, not demands.\n25:50: Making requests with dignity.\n28:50: Consolidating your gains.\n30:45: Make clear agreements.\n32:15: How can I help you do this?\n37:10: Recap