We each have personal rights in life and in relationships. These are powerful statements designed to help us live happy, safe and productive lives. Let them be a guide for you to build healthy relationships in your family, workplace and community.
These courageous women are growing their leadership and public speaking skills as part of the Leap to Success Transformation Leadership class. Hear them along with our team members share their personal rights. You have these rights too!
The Personal Bill of Rights
- I have the right to ask for what I want.
- I have the right to say no.
- I have the right to express all of my feelings.
- I have the right to change my mind.
- I have the right to make mistakes and not have to be perfect.
- I have the right to follow my own values and standards.
- I have the right to determine my own priorities.
- I have the right to not be responsible for others’ feelings or actions.
- I have the right to expect honesty from others.
- I have the right to be angry at someone I love.
- I have the right to be uniquely myself.
- I have the right not to give excuses or reasons for my behavior.
- I have the right to say ‘I don’t know.’
- I have the right to make decisions based on my feelings.
- I have the right to my own needs for personal space and time.
- I have the right to be in a non-abusive environment.
- I have the right to change and grow.
- I have the right to have my needs and wants respected by others.
- I have the right to be treated with dignity and respect.
- I have the right to be happy.
From The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook by Edmund J. Bourne, PhD
