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SOURCES – 10 phrases that help redirect pushy behavior

November 26, 2025 by Ash Kaushik

The following sources were consulted in the preparation of the article “10 phrases that help redirect pushy behavior.”

  1. HEE Assertiveness Workbook
  2. Assertive Communication – ‘I-Messages’ or ‘I-Statements’
  3. How to set boundaries and why it matters for your mental health
  4. How to Say No Assertively
  5. Assertive Communication
  6. The DEAR MAN Method: How to Communicate Effectively and Assertively
  7. How to Set Healthy Boundaries & Build Positive Relationships
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