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Assertive energy has life force behind it. We can use that energy to write, dance, make art, and more.

Because most of us have been exposed more often to arrogance than assertiveness, it's useful to explore how to be assertive while not "running over" others.

A starting point can be to be assertive first with consent. If consent matters to you, check in first. "I'd love to explore something that matters to me. Is (what matters) interesting to you? Is now a good time?"

Consent has its own dialect and vocabulary. It's an evolving exploration, too. By asking, however awkwardly, we are radiating respect for the person(s) being asked. We are not assuming that because something is important to us it is (or "should be") important to them, too. Or that now is the right moment.

Respect extends to their freedom, too — especially their freedom to NOT get excited and even to not "get it."

If you want to amp up your assertiveness, try boosting your energy around consent and respect for freedom, too. The combination is potent for thriving together.

https://www.thrivingnow.com/concept/assertive