DBT · DBT
FAST Skill
Interpersonal effectiveness for self-respect
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?