honestly, openly and directly expressing needs, feelings, expectations, fears.
Forthrightness in expressing demands, opinions, feelings, and attitudes. [2
knowing what one wants and why, and being able to take the necessary steps to achieve it within a specific context; also enforcing own rights positively. This refers to the ability to (1) express one's feelings, needs or desires openly and directly but in a respectful manner; (2) stand up for one's beliefs without putting down others in the process; (3) know what one wants and be able to take the necessary steps to achieve it within a specific context.