Phrases Confident People Use

19 Phrases Confident People Use When They Want to Be Assertive But Not Rude
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Whether you are working in a group to solve a problem or you’re simply trying to improve your confidence in communicating with family members, it’s important to use respectful, assertive language that won’t offend others. These 19 phrases will allow you to politely communicate your perspective without being rude.

“I Understand Where You’re Coming From”
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According to Psych Central, “the chief difference between assertiveness and aggression is how well you take your needs, and someone else’s needs, into account.” By using this phrase, you show the other person that you empathize with their point of view and encourage a two-way conversation.

“I See It Differently”
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By sharing with others that you hold a different view, you encourage diversity of thought and open up the floor for everyone to share their own perspectives or beliefs. This creates a feeling of mutual respect, even when you disagree with one another.

“Let’s Find a Common Ground”
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When you face disagreements or differences with someone, finding common ground is a good foundation to allow you to collaborate on joint projects or problem-solving. It also helps to keep the conversation positive by focusing on solutions rather than conflict.

“I Appreciate Your Effort”
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Acknowledging the hard work and contributions of others, even if the outcome isn’t as you had imagined, is an important part of creating a respectful working relationship. This sets a positive tone before you offer any constructive feedback and strengthens your relationships by valuing others’ input.

“I Respect Your Opinion”
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Validating others’ perspectives helps to foster mutual respect and a stronger connection between you. According to Masterclass, “respecting the person you are communicating with often leads to a collaborative solution and a win-win scenario with both sides getting what they need.”

“I Would Like to Add”
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Great collaborative relationships encourage different viewpoints to build on each other’s ideas and work more effectively together. This phrase is assertive and allows you to add in your ideas as another perspective to consider, rather than disagree with or contradict others.