1) I do not have to feel guilty just because someone else does not like what I do, say, think or feel.

 

 

2)     It is ok for me to feel angry and to express it in responsible ways.

 

 

3)    I do not have to assume responsibility for making decisions, particularly where others share responsibility for making the decisions.

 

 

4) I have the right to say “I don’t understand” without feeling stupid or guilty.

 

 

5)  I have the right to say no.

 

 

6) I have the right to say no without feeling guilty.

 

 

7) I do not have to apologize or give reasons when I say no.

 

 

8.) I have the right to refuse requests which others make of me.

 

 

9) I have the right to tell others when I think they are manipulating, conning, or treating

me unfairly.

 

10) I have the right to refuse additional responsibilities without feeling guilty.

 

 

11)   I have the right to tell others when their behaviour annoys me

 

 

12) I do not have to compromise my personal integrity.

 

13) I have a right to make mistakes and not be responsible for them. I have a right to be  wrong.

 

14) I do not have to be liked, admired, or respected by everyone for everything I do.