Assertiveness Training Module Guide
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1. Understanding Assertiveness:
   - What is assertiveness?
   - Difference between assertive, passive, and aggressive behavior.

2. Benefits of Being Assertive:
   - Helps in respecting your own rights and the rights of others.
   - Improves communication and reduces conflicts.

3. Key Assertive Techniques:
   - Use "I" statements to express your feelings without blaming others.
   - Practice saying "no" respectfully when necessary.

4. Role-Playing Scenarios:
   - Practice assertive communication in different situations:
     a. Declining something you don’t want to do.
     b. Asking for a favor or making a request.
     c. Expressing a differing opinion without confrontation.

5. Handling Criticism:
   - Techniques to accept criticism positively without feeling offended.
   - How to respond constructively to improve outcomes.

6. Practice:
   - Engage in role-play exercises with classmates.
   - Reflect on personal experiences where being more assertive could have helped.

Remember: Assertiveness is about expressing your own rights and feelings while considering those of others.