standing your ground with a smile
prep
Review slide deck
directions
facilitator introduction: Advocacy is about balance—strength with kindness.
Tip: Watch tone and body language.
Wrap-up: Highlight how calmness builds respect.
additional resources
“11 Phrases Confident People Use To Politely Stand Their Ground” - Your tango
“How To Be Assertive While Keeping A Kind Heart” - psych alive