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Can you be too assertive in a relationship?
It can also be quite challenging to be assertive with a partner. Particularly when the relationship is new, you are quite likely to want to please the other person, so it can be hard to assert yourself, even if you feel it is necessary.
What prevents individuals from being assertive?
Many things can squelch our attempts at being assertive — before we ever even start to express ourselves. In a previous piece we talked about three obstacles that stall assertiveness: a sinking self-worth; our fear of disconnecting with the other person; and lack of communication and emotional management skills.
What does it mean to be too assertive?
confidently aggressive or self-assured; positive: aggressive; dogmatic: He is too assertive as a salesman.
What is the most challenging about dating a man?
Being naturally challenging is knowing that, just because you’ve slept with him, the real challenge of winning you over… of showing you he’s long-term material in which to invest your companionship, energy, and love, is only just getting started. Fact: The average woman has more dating options than the average man.
What is the best dating advice you have ever heard?
Traditional dating advice will tell you to act the part. Play hard to get. Act aloof. Treat em mean and keep em keen. And you know what’s interesting? It works. For a little while. Like a monkey that learns it can press a button, men and women learn that playing hard to get does get a response.
Is it possible to date a dominant male?
Dating a dominant male doesn’t mean it’s all doom and gloom. There are plenty of dominant men out there that make great partners where you can build a healthy relationship together. Here are some tips to help you when you’re in a relationship with a dominant male. Find The Balance
Is being “naturally challenging” the secret to a great dating life?
While being challenging is essential to a great dating life, playing hard to get, as a means to get there, is not. There’s another way. Being “naturally challenging” is the real, authentic, and infinitely more powerful way to showcase yourself as a high value woman, without ever having to fake a thing.