BE ASSERTIVE
There are several reasons why people may not hear you, and not all are bad. Sometimes people are having an off day, they’re distracted or they’re planning their response.
The problem comes when there’s no apparent reason for their ongoing dismissal.
“If you’re continually feeling unheard in a relationship, friendship or at work, it’s a sign that your needs and rights are being disrespected,” says clinical psychologist Dr Rebecca Ray. “Not being listened to time and time