The FAST Skill: Preserving Self-Respect in Difficult Conversations

Fair, Apologies-free, Stick to values, Truthful: Standing your ground without apology.

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No Excessive Apologies

Stop apologizing for existing, asking questions, having feelings, or making reasonable boundaries.

Never compromise your core ethical beliefs just to appease someone else or avoid momentary discomfort.

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