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by A/P PRO
Thu May 08, 2008 5:53 am
Forum: Session 7 - Assertive Behavior: Speak Confidently, Gain Respect
Topic: People talking behind your back
Replies: 10
Views: 5580

Yeah, I sure sounded like I had it all together, didn't I. Problem is, I still have the fear and discouragement and will have to work on this a LONG time. It's a deep seated problem for me. What I appreciate about this forum is that I can see it's not an isolated situation. I sometimes feel like suc...
by A/P PRO
Sun May 04, 2008 10:18 am
Forum: Session 7 - Assertive Behavior: Speak Confidently, Gain Respect
Topic: People talking behind your back
Replies: 10
Views: 5580

You're right when you say that "just because one person makes a negative statement about me, doesn't mean everybody in the office agrees with it." I take people's comments too personally, like you. But I've also found that even if no one else agrees with the attack on me, they will not disagree with...
by A/P PRO
Wed Apr 30, 2008 6:53 am
Forum: Session 7 - Assertive Behavior: Speak Confidently, Gain Respect
Topic: Backslider needs work advice
Replies: 4
Views: 2711

This topic hits a nerve with me. I've been working 11 years for a family run business. I like my work, but don't like the discrepencies that exist depending on whether or not you're related to someone else who works there. In addition to the obvious family owners, there are various sub-dynasties - o...
by A/P PRO
Wed Feb 13, 2008 1:24 am
Forum: Session 4 - Expectations: How to Expect Less and Get More
Topic: Difficulty Maintaining a Relationship
Replies: 7
Views: 3998

I can identify with this. Over the years, my "long-term" relationships have gotten shorter and shorter. First marriage, 8 years. Next serious relationship, 5 years. Second marriage, 4 years. It's even gotten to the point where I don't have any friends. I have acquaintances & co-workers, but nothing ...