Which of the following life skills includes the ability to say no to a request, to state an opinion without being self-conscious and to express emotions openly?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Assertiveness
Option (1) Rational thinking — Incorrect. Rational thinking means challenging distorted thinking and irrational beliefs, driving out anxious negative thoughts and making positive statements. It deals with how a person thinks.
Option (2) Improving relationships — Incorrect. Improving relationships rests on communication: listening to the other person, saying what you feel and think, and accepting views different from your own. It is about keeping a lasting bond.
Option (3) Assertiveness — Correct. <strong>Assertiveness</strong> is the skill of sharing one's feelings, needs, wants and thoughts with confidence. <strong>Saying no to a request, giving an opinion without feeling self-conscious and showing emotions openly</strong> are its marks.
Option (4) Time management — Incorrect. Time management means planning time and spending it on things one values or on one's goals. It deals with the use of time.
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