• Being assertive in situations where you previously would’ve been silent
• Asking for what you want and not feeling bad for doing so
• Setting boundaries even when it seems tough
• Making tough decisions because they are healthy
• Telling people how they can help you
• Allowing yourself to feel without labelling your feelings as good or bad
• Talking about your issues sooner
• Talking about your issues to supportive people
• Asking for what you want, instead of assuming that people know
• Noticing small improvements

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