self respect

The problem with allowing yourself to only be motivated by external factors, is that they inevitably change, come and go, or end. So then what?

The workplace is changing and will continue to do so after quarantine. Aggression is out. Assertiveness is in. What's the difference?

The problem with allowing yourself to only be motivated by external factors, is that they inevitably change, come and go, or end. So then what?

Assertiveness offers us a balance. Think of it as the "middle ground."

"I just want to drop about ten pounds before the wedding."
"My class reunion is coming up next year and I need to be more in shape before then." 
"My ex-girlfriend invited me for a drink next Friday, I need to get my crap together before then...