SESSION 6: ASSERTIVENESS

SESSION 6: ASSERTIVENESS SKILLS — EXPRESSING YOURSELF AND DEFENDING YOUR RIGHTS
Session 6: Assertiveness Skills - Expressing Yourself and Defending Your Rights

Step

Learning outcome (step title)

Activity

Method

Duration

1

Distinguishing passive, aggressive and assertive behaviour

Behaviour Triangle analysis

Interactive presentation

20 min

2

Expressing emotions using “I” language

“I” statements instead of “you” statements

Role-play

25 min

3

Setting boundaries and being able to say “No”

Practising a “Polite No”

Practical activity

20 min

4

Defending oneself against violations of rights

Maintaining a safe distance

Case analysis

20 min

5

Using body language and tone of voice

“Stand Tall, Speak Firmly”

Physical activity

15 min

6

Supporting social skills

Practising assertiveness in daily life

Questions and answers

10 min

7

End-of-session reinforcement

Review of key concepts

Metaphor/anecdote

10 min

8

Evaluation and closing

Participants’ views

Oral feedback

5 min