{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/624c5076ebccf20012efeb4c/66dedabb47d0f29ce7e4b8b6?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Why do we confuse assertiveness with aggression?","description":"<p>In this episode, we explore that assertiveness isn't necessarily a natural human state and we discuss this topic from our personal perspectives.&nbsp;In the past, Adrienne experienced expressing a contrary view with someone as conflict. &nbsp;She was unable to see a difference between asking clearly for her needs to be taken into account, and being aggressive.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Lucy, on the other hand, has experienced others mistaking her enthusiasm for aggression.&nbsp;We had a really interesting conversation about these differing experiences, and about how remaining calm and mindful has helped us both express our opinions in a way that others can hear.</p><p><br></p><p>You can find us at:</p><p>email: info@adriennekirk.uk or website: adriennekirk.uk</p><p>email: lucy@presenceofmind.life or website: presenceofmind.life</p>","author_name":"Adrienne Kirk and Lucy Ranger"}