The Principles of Interpersonal Communication

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The Principles of Interpersonal Communication

1, We cannot not communicate,

Communication is a natural occurrence between all beings. As we communicate naturally, we concentrate on verbal speech to talk. Our bodies on the other hand give out signals as part of our communication. When we communicate, body language is expressed with intentional and unintentional signs. Some examples are;

• The shrugging and slumping of shoulders

• Using hand movements

• Raising and lowering of eye brows

• Facial expressions

• Sighing

Schmidt (2004) stated a nod of the head or a raised eye brow may be all that is asked of a listener. We need to be on the look out for implicit requests for more information that include honest feedback action to fulfill a need. One thing is for certain. The more precise we can be about what we want from another person the more likely we are to get what we want (pg2).

Verbal information is important to express the feelings and emotions which are continuously operating with-in us. However, Schmidt (2004) adds, be positive and clear. Stating our requests clearly and friendly,

“May I have a strawberry ice cream please” Will either get us what we want or information that our request is not available? (pg 1).

To use clear, positive, communication is important and to be professional with the interview remembering communication is irreversible.

2 Communication is Irreversible.

Once we have spoken, words can not be retracted. Every one of us would have been in a situation where we have said something in jest and have been taken the wrong way and later realized the comments could have been applied using a clearer and less confusing statement. To communicate effectively we need structured qu...

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Interpersonal Communication.

Develops and Sustained Relationships,

(pg 32,93).

Schmidt M (2008 February 19th) We cannot not Communicate

(Pg 1,2)

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Wood J.T (2003) Interpersonal Communication,

Everyday Encounters ( 4th ed.)

Chapel Hill, Wadsworth (pg 32)

Wood J.T (2007) Interpersonal Communication,

Everyday Encounters (5th ed.)

Chapel Hill, Wadsworth (pg 14, 30, 34, 84,135,136,161,165).

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