When Sara's friend asks her to take care of her dog, Sara tells her "yes," even though she is allergic to dogs. Because she is afraid her friend would not like her anymore, Sara is having difficulty showing

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Sara's difficulty in expressing her own needs and boundaries, due to fear of losing her friend's approval, is an example of a lack of assertive behavior. Assertiveness involves expressing one's own needs and rights while respecting those of others.

When Sara's Friend Asks Her to Take Care of Her