Be skillful in getting what you want & need from others
  • Get others to do things you would like them to do
  • Get others to take your opinions seriously
  • Say no to unwanted requests effectively
Build relationships & end destructive ones
  • Strengthen current relationships
    • Don't let problems and hurt build up
    • Use relationship skills to head off problems
    • Repair relationships when needed
    • Resolve conflicts before they become overwhelming
  • Find and build new relationships
  • End hopeless relationships
Walk the middle path
  • Create and maintain balance in relationships
  • Balance acceptance and change in relationships

Interpersonal Effectiveness Skills