DBT · DBT

FAST Skill

Interpersonal effectiveness for self-respect

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FAST — the DBT interpersonal skill for keeping self-respect while asking, refusing, or negotiating.

F — Fair
Fair to yourself AND the other person
A — Apologies (no unnecessary)
What am I apologizing for that I shouldn't be?
S — Stick to values
What value am I upholding here?
T — Truthful
Any exaggeration or minimization to catch?
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