Standing up for yourself: Here's how you can do it

From understanding the changes we want to being aware of our needs, here are a few ways to stand up for ourselves.

Published on: Nov 25, 2023 11:41 AM IST

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Sometimes it can be difficult to take a stand for ourselves. It can depend on various reasons – from the fear of not being liked to people pleasing. " For some, it is difficult to stand up for themselves. Because they are scared, want to people please or have low confidence," wrote Psychologist Alf Lokkertsen. He further added that it is important to not be aggressive, but assertive in our approach. Here are a few tips. (Unsplash)

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Before we take a stand, we should introspect on the needs we have and what changes we need in our lives.  (Unsplash)

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We should also be more self-aware of how we try to please others and end up not prioritising ourselves. We need to identify the behavior patterns.  (Unsplash)

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We should make a list of the needs, wants and expectations we have. It will help us to get more clarity.  (Unsplash)

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We should start small by being more assertive in nature and growing our own confidence. It will help us to create more self-trust.  (Unsplash)

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In this process, we may have to deal with guilt and shame for prioritising ourselves. We should regulate our emotions.  (Unsplash)