Wayfinder Wellness
Practicing assertive communication involves clearly, respectfully, and confidently expressing your needs, feelings, and boundaries, particularly during high-stress conversations. This skill helps reduce anxiety, improve interpersonal relationships, and boost self-esteem by fostering open, honest, and respectful interactions.
Assertive communication reduces anxiety by promoting clear and direct expression of needs, thereby preventing misunderstandings and relational conflicts that heighten stress. Practicing assertiveness enhances emotional regulation and reduces fear associated with high-stress conversations by providing a predictable, structured approach. Over time, using assertive communication can significantly lower social anxiety and increase self-confidence in social interactions.
