Assertive communication is the ability to express positive and negative ideas and feelings in an open, honest and direct way. It recognizes our rights while still respecting the rights of others. It allows us to take responsibility for ourselves and our actions without judging or blaming other people and it allows us to constructively confront and find a mutually satisfying solution where conflict may exist.
Assertive communication enables us to swap old behavior patterns for amore positive approach to life. There are many advantages of assertive communication which include:
Anger is a completely normal, usually healthy, human emotion. When it gets out of control it can turn destructive and can lead to problems at work, in your personal relationships, and in the quality of your life. It can also make you feel as though you are at the mercy of an unpredictable and powerful emotion.
Anger can be caused by both internal and external events. You can be angry at a specific person or event, or your anger could be caused by worrying or brooding about your personal problems. Even memories of traumatic or enraging events can also trigger angry feelings.
Anger is a feeling or emotion that ranges from mild irritation to intense fury or rage. Anger is a natural response to those situations where we:
Anger can result from frustration when our needs, desires, or goals are not being met. When we become angry, we may lose our patience and act aggressively, impulsively, or violently.
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Rosecrance, North Central Behavioral Health Systems partner to expand central Illinois services
ROCKFORD, Ill. (November 4, 2024) — Rosecrance Behavioral Health and North Central Behavioral Health Systems have signed a letter of intent to join together in an exciting opportunity to combine quality resources and expand services and access to care for individuals and families in central Illinois.
North Central Behavioral Health Systems is pleased to announce the latest development in our continued growth in north central Illinois with the opening of The Hygienic Institute building. NCBHS chose to keep the name The Hygienic Institute as the name of this site to pay homage to the institute’s original purpose of providing access to healthcare for the La Salle/Peru/Oglesby communities. Local residents are familiar with the Hygienic Institute name, history, location, and purpose. NCBHS believes that there is an ongoing commonality for its current use.
Recovery is a demanding journey, but the detoxification process showcases the human body and mind's exceptional ability to heal, adapt, and recover from the harmful effects of substance abuse. Detox, the process of allowing your body to rid itself of harmful substances, is a crucial step towards recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. While it can be a daunting and challenging experience, both physically and emotionally, supporting yourself through detox is essential to ensure a safe, successful, and sustainable recovery.
