Regina’s boss asks her to come to the gym on Saturday to teach extra fitness classes. Regina has plans with her family already, but she has such a hard time saying no to people. She looks away from her boss and says, “I’ll do it.” What communication style is Regina MOST likely demonstrating?

Regina is showing a passive communication style because she agrees to something she does not want to do, even though she already has family plans. Looking away also suggests she is uncomfortable expressing her needs. An assertive response would clearly and respectfully tell her boss she is unavailable.

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