FAST Skill

Maintain self-respect in interactions with others.

FAST

Act in a way that keeps your self-respect intact — especially when it’s hard.

Steps

Be fair Be fair to yourself and to the other person — in your opinions, and in how you treat them.
No apologies Don’t over-apologize — not for asking, for having an opinion, or for disagreeing. Apologize only when you’re genuinely in the wrong.
Stick to your values Be clear on what you believe is the right way to think and act, and don’t sell it out to please someone.
Be truthful Don’t lie, act helpless when you’re not, or exaggerate — and skip the made-up excuses.

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