Tag Archives: assertiveness

What Would Sophia Do?

Posted on June 22, 2008 by Neil

Is it being in New York, with all the tough-talking characters?  Is it being on my own?  Is it out of necessity?  Whatever the reason, I seem to be growing some balls here in New York.  I think I can … Continue reading →

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Not Saving the Rainforests

Posted on January 25, 2008 by Neil

  I might as well end the week with another tale of assertiveness gone wild.  Sophia has a cold, so I went to Whole Foods to buy some chicken soup.  It must be “Green” month at Whole Foods because at … Continue reading →

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Man vs. Boy

Posted on January 22, 2008 by Neil

Later today, I’ll be walking into therapy with my head held high.   Yesterday, I took an important step towards being assertive.   I spoke up for myself.  I stood my ground, despite the aggressiveness of my opponent. It all started when … Continue reading →

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When I Grow Up to be a Man

Posted on September 5, 2005 by Neil

A few months before we got married, Sophia and I went to a dinner at at Chinese restaurant with a large group of people.  As we left the restaurant, the two of us had an odd conversation about one of … Continue reading →

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