Personal Bill of Rights, by Mary Ellen Mann

I have the right to ask for what I want.

I have the right to say “no” to requests or demands.

I have the right to state my feelings and needs.

I have the right to change my mind.

I have the right to make mistakes and learn from them.

I have the right to follow my own values and standards.

I have the right to say “no” to anything when I feel I am not ready, or its unsafe, or it violates my values.

I have the right to determine my own priorities.

I have the right not to be responsible for others’ behavior, choices, feelings, or problems.

I have the right to expect honesty from others.

I have the right to be angry at someone I love.

I have the right to be uniquely myself.

I have the right to feel scared and to say “I’m afraid.”

I have the right to say, “I don’t know.”

I have the right to not give excuses or reasons for my choices.

I have the right to make decisions based on my feelings.

I have the right to my own needs for personal space and time.

I have the right to be playful and lighthearted.

I have the right to be healthier than those around me.

I have the right to be in a non-abusive environment.

I have the right to make friends and be comfortable around people.

I have the right to change and grow.

I have the right to have my needs and wants accepted by others.

I have the right to be treated with dignity and honor.

I have the right to be happy.

I have the right to be loved and supported.