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"To be passive is to let others decide for you." ― Edith Eva Eger

Amy and Gary from Veep, Amy being assertive and Gary being passive

The Assertiveness Test

How likely are you to tell a friend that they've done something that bothers you?

How likely are you to ask a teacher why they took off points for an answer on a test that you're sure you got correct?

How likely are you to speak up in a class during a heated discussion?

How likely are you to speak up in a group of friends when you believe someone is doing something wrong?

How likely are you to question a rule that your parents have set for you?

How likely are you to tell a dating partner that they've done something to upset you?

How likely are you to express your opinion about a controversial topic with friends?

How likely are you to express your opinion about a controversial topic with family?

How likely are you to turn down a request to help someone when you don't want to or can't help?

And lastly, how likely are you to ask a stranger who's talking too loudly to be quiet?

According to our calculations, it looks like you're not assertive at all! Unfortunately, this can occasionally lead to people walking all over you or taking advantage of your kindness. Remember, it's never "too assertive" to stand up for yourself and what you believe in. Despite what you may think, you can do it. We believe in you!

Bashful the Dwarf from Snow White blushing profusely

Not assertive at all

You despise confrontation, but when the chips are down, you're not going to just stand around and let someone walk all over you. While you might speak up with kindness and patience, you still speak up, and that's what matters. Speaking up can be scary, and it takes a lot of courage so we're proud of you for facing your fears and doing what you gotta do!

Only assertive if absolutely necessary

You're a really nice person, but that doesn't mean you won't stand up for yourself when duty calls. As soon as you feel wronged or like you have something to say, you're going to take action and speak up. You don't like to be aggressive – that's just not your style. But you're going to be assertive. There's no question about that.

A woman saying that she has a gavel and she's not afraid to use it

Assertive when the situation calls for it

Wow, according to our calculations, you are **very** assertive! At times, you can even come across a little bit aggressive, but that's just because you refuse to let anyone silence you or walk all over you. If people don't like it, well... that's their problem. Not yours!

Karen from the Office commanding someone to go sit down

Extremely assertive

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