Quotes About Assertiveness

If you have an important point to make, don't try to be subtle or clever. Use a pile driver. Hit the point once. Then come back and hit it again. Then hit it a third time - a tremendous whack.

The tail of China is large and will not be wagged.

For that very reason I deem it of the highest importance that a firm and blunt stand should be made at this juncture by our two countries in order that the air may be cleared and they realise that there is a point beyond which we will not tolerate insult. I believe this is the best chance of saving the future. If they are ever convinced that we are afraid of them and can be bullied into submission, then indeed I should despair of our future relations with them and much else.

The Soviet machine is quite convinced it can get everything by bullying, and I am sure it is a matter of some importance to show that this is not necessarily always true.

przecie my Swoje wychwala? musiemy, bo nas zjedz?!

Czasem bywa tak, ?e podziwiamy, boÅ›my przyzwyczaili siÄ™ podziwia?, a tak?e dlatego, ?e nie chcemy popsu? sobie parady. Bywa te?, ?e podziwiamy przez delikatno??, aby nie robi? przykroÅ›ci. Na wszelki wypadek doradzam: uderzmy w nich mocno aby zobaczy?, czy siÄ™ nie przewrócÄ….

Don't you bully me with your politeness!

My own opinion is enough for me, and I claim the right to have it defended against any consensus, any majority, anywhere, any place, any time. And anyone who disagrees with this can pick a number, get in line, and kiss my ass.

George smiles to himself, with entire self-satisfaction. Yes, I am crazy, he thinks. That is my secret; my strength.

You must be proud, bold, pleasant, resolute, And now and then stab, when occasion serves.

but if you're smart you don't hold up your hand in class and ask to be called on.

It's better to ask forgiveness than permission. - Brom

Before I begin, may I ask how old you are?" "You may ask." "How old are you?" "It's none of your business

So why go out as a question mark when you can go out as an exclamation point instead?

I'm a certified bad-ass indestructible bitch. The sun tries to burn me, I'll kick him in his fiery balls. I don't need no stinking suntan lotion.

The answer is no, I would rather marry the Demon King himself than marry you. I suggest you look elsewhere for a bride. And heaven help the one you choose.

I do try to get my own way, but I think it's because I'll never get my way on anything that matters

At least I fight my own battles, Alister,' Micah said. 'Really? And exactly why did you go cackling to the dean?

He wasn't proud or arrogant, but there was a self-confidence about him that said he knew what he wanted and he was going to get it, and you'd better not get in his way.

Cat scowled at him. 'Why would I say anything about you? You think the whole world's sniffing your butt?

Take charge of the horse you're riding before you try to rein in someone else's, Elena Demonai always said. And make sure you have a good seat before you do.

Maaf, Bapak-Bapak. Aku adalah pemberontak dan akan selalu memberontak. Aku tidak mau didikte di hari pernikahanku.

I generally find subtlety a waste of time.

He checked the chamber of the .22, then held it out to her. "Tell me you know how to use this." She was still catching her breath, but her mind and her mouth were in full working order. "Stand still for two seconds and I'll give you a demonstration.