Holding it Together Psychotherapy
120 Carlton street Toronto, ON, Canada

Q: Is there a difference between assertiveness and aggression? A: Most pop psychology distinguishes one from the other based on normative notions of 'politeness' and 'de-escalation'. However, some situations warrant impoliteness, and de-escalation is not always possible. Depending on the situation, aggression works best, whereas in other situations, assertiveness is better. ... Here is a good example of healthy assertiveness: https://motherwellmag.com//fighting-the-patriarchy-one-g/ Here is some information about healthy aggression: https://www.prweek.com//harnessing-power-positive-aggressi Remember: Don't blame yourself if someone attacks you for protecting yourself and others against scapegoating, gaslighting, shaming, or defamation. You can't control other's behaviour - all you can do it try to protect yourself and others. Photo by Vung Nguyen from Pexels The image pictures what appears to be a white able bodied young woman standing with her back turned, giving the viewer two middle fingers placed on top of her head like horns.

Accessibility is too often inaccessible. This is an example of systemic gaslighting.

If you are autistic, you may want to check out the upcoming social this Friday on "communicating with everyone else" https://www.facebook.com/events/225410529011636

ADHD traits are not always obvious. Many people with ADHD are not hyperactive, or find ways to mask their hyperactivity in order to protect themselves from oppression and abuse.

Satire is critical thinking:

It's easy to believe our friends are on the same page when it comes to safer socializing practises during COVID-19. But there is a lot of misinformation, a lack of information about risk assessment, and anxiety around alienating each other. Check out the articles below on assessing risk, and how to talk with friends about a no-mask hangout.... https://www.businessinsider.com/6-foot-distancing-rule-is-o https://www.vice.com//talk-about-friends-safely-hang-out-w