{"product_id":"book-iize","title":"Speak your Mind","description":"\u003cp\u003eTips on Being Assertive by Dr Denis McBrinn, narrated by Sara Dylan. This audiobook will bring to you a clear and comprehensive list of useful tips to help you become more assertive\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe communication skill of being assertive, is about striking the right balance between our needs and the needs of others.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf we are always centred on satisfying our own needs, at the expense of others, we will be perceived as being selfish and aggressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the other hand, if we are always putting the needs of others first and neglecting our own essential needs, we risk being taken for granted and our self-esteem will suffer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAssertiveness is about finding the right response to situations, that is neither aggressive nor passive. It is an important communication tool, that can be learned and developed, with practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow this audio learning experience works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis audio presentation has been designed using an experiential learning model, Kolb, D. A. (1984): \u003cem\u003econcrete learning, reflective observation, abstract conceptualization, and active experimentation.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBy taking this approach we hope to cater for all learning styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will be given specific new information in the recording usually as “key tips”, “explanations” and “quotes”. You will be led through a gentle but positive meditative reflection process to assist you before conceptualisation and then putting your new skills into practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will be encouraged to return to the recording from time to time to re-listen and reinforce your learning and the desired changes in your life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Findaway World, LLC","offers":[{"title":"Audiobook","offer_id":49426824102192,"sku":"BDiize","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/2784\/9264\/files\/498848-iize-Square.jpg?v=1736265030","url":"https:\/\/downpour.com\/products\/book-iize","provider":"Downpour","version":"1.0","type":"link"}