Bill Of Assertive Rights


I have the right to say no without feeling guilty or selfish.


I have the right to be the ultimate judge of myself.


I have the right to offer no
reasons or excuses for justifying my behaviour.


I have the right to decide how to use my own time.


I have the right to have my own needs be important-
sometimes more important than others.


I have the right to change my mind.


I have the right to have differing opinions and express them.


I have the right to be treated as an adult
and not be patronized.


I have the right not to have to always fulfill others
needs or expectations.


I have the right to make mistakes and cope with
the consequences.


I have the right to say "I don't know".


I have the right to say "I don't understand".


I have the right to have feelings...even angry ones.


I have the right to make requests of others.


I have the right to be proud of my accomplishments.


I have the right to be self-satisfied.



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