Assertive Communication: Build The Independent You Become more independent in your thinking, your emotions and your social interactions. 4.6 (20 ratings) 1,385 students enrolled What Will I Learn? Identify the main five communication styles in yourself and others. Know your assertive rights. Identify and manage ten main cognitive distortions. Express your emotions in an assertive manner. Say "No" to unreasonable requests assertively. Use assertiveness techniques in personal and professional communication contexts. Provide constructive feedback. Deal with criticism assertively. Identify and activate assertive nonverbal cues.
