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Worksheet #8 (B)

In order to be assertive you must have self-confidence. Fill in the blanks to complete
positive sentences about your self:

1 I am
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2 I can
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3 I will
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4 I know
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5 I believe
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6 I do
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7 I feel
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Here are a few polite ways to say “NO”. Try to keep in mind that you do not have to
explain yourself, but it helps to be polite. Remember to SMILE.

Examples:

1. I’m sorry I can’t make it. (SMILE)
2. I’m afraid I’ve got other plans. (SMILE)
3. That’s not really my thing. (SMILE)
4. I’m not comfortable with that. (SMILE)

Try a few excuses of your own in case you need one on the spur of the moment.
Remember you don’t need to go into detail. And try to be honest.

1.
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2.
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3.
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4.
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