Assertiveness is comprised of three basic components:

1. The ability to express feelings to accept or express anger, warmth, and sexual feelings.
   
   
2. The ability to express personal beliefs and thoughts openly by being able to voice opinions, disagrees, and takes a definite stand, even if it is emotionally difficult.
   
   
3. The ability to stand up for personal rights by not allowing others to bother you or take advantage of you.