Aggressive
I am direct in expressing my needs, desires and opinions giving little or no thought to other people’s.
In this communication style, psychologically, the aggressive communicator wins but the other communicator loses.
Passive Aggressive
I indirectly make sure that others are aware of my needs, desires and opinions and give little or no thought to theirs.
Using this communication style, psychologically, the passive aggressive communicator wins but the other communicator loses.
Passive
I do not express my needs, desires and opinions directly and I put others’ needs above my own.
Using this communication style, psychologically, the passive communicator loses and the other communicator wins.
Assertive
I clearly and directly express my needs, desires and opinions in a way which is considerate of others.
Finally, in this communication style, psychologically, we end in a win, win scenario, for both sides within the communication process.