Powers To Be Reckoned With: The Channeled Aggressors

March 17, 2013Aggression, Personality and Character, Personality and Character Disorders, Psychology, Relationshipsaggression, aggressive personalities, assertive, channeled-aggressive, character, conscience, lying, narcissism, personality, ruthlessness, tenacityDr. Simon

We all know people who seem to want everyone to know they are a power to be reckoned with — folks with little regard for anyone they perceive to be less tenacious and goal-driven as they are, There’s something about such people that goes beyond healthy assertiveness. And living or working with them can be a truly stressful experience.

Aggressive and Assertive Behavior

December 5, 2010Abuse, Manipulation, Personality and Character Disorders, Relationshipsaggressive, assertive, behavior, boundaries, character, fighting, injury, limits, principle, rights, Unhealthy Relationships, victimization, violenceDr. Simon

Assertive behavior is a key element of healthy, independent, adult functioning. But because asserting oneself is a form of “fighting” for one’s legitimate needs, it’s easy to get confused about the difference between aggressive and assertive behavior.

Dr. George Simon

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Powers To Be Reckoned With: The Channeled Aggressors

Aggressive and Assertive Behavior