Trauma-Informed Toolkit: Interpersonal Effectiveness – Self-Respect Effectiveness

Trauma-Informed Toolkit: Interpersonal Effectiveness – Self-Respect Effectiveness

Sometimes in relationships you find yourself betraying your own values and beliefs to receive approval or the outcome you were looking for. The acronym F.A.S.T. can help you achieve self-respect effectiveness. Be fair; not only to others but also yourself. Don’t apologize for your feelings. Stick to your values and stand up for what you believe in. Be truthful and avoid exaggerating, acting helpless as a form of manipulation, or outright lying. These things may work to get you what you want, but in the long run will make you feel worse about yourself. Using every now and then won’t have too big an effect, but using often will. For resources on strengthening your self-respect effectiveness, click the button below.