The Reflection Of Verbal And Nonverbal Communication

I learned a lot about Human Communication in this class when I read the chapter about Nonverbal Communication. Nonverbal Communication is the process of using messages that are not words to generate meaning. I learned that it happens every day. I also learned that is very hard to read or understand depending on the person you are speaking to or with. Verbal and Nonverbal codes work in conjunction with each other. The words we speak or say are used in conjunction six different ways: to repeat, to emphasize, to complement, to contradict, to substitute, and to regulate. I never knew until reading this chapter that we do these things all most every time we communicate. These are things I took for granted until now. I now know that I will pay

I will definitely use these aspects of communication in my business career the verbal and non-verbal communication shapes our interactions with others in business and interpersonal relationships, as well as our financial and personal success, and our physical and psychological well-being. I believe understanding the different aspects of verbal and non-verbal communication, and the important roles they play in our interactions with others is the first step to enhancing positive communication and nurturing

When I was young, my parents used to discipline me whenever I do something wrong. I saw it as cruel or unusual punishment. While my parents viewed discipline as teaching life lessons, I likely saw it as cruel and unusual punishment. I have thought a lot about this lately and how perception fuels much of how we live our lives, both in relation to others and to ourselves. It is impossible to know just how someone can misinterpret our words or our actions unless we ask them directly. The tone of our voice might imply something totally contrary to what we intended. Maybe we are tired or distracted and were just stating a fact, but the other person perceives that we are angry or annoyed.

My second ah-ha moment was on the personality test. It was so accurate it was scary. Furthermore, it really helped me understand my personality in a profound way. The realizations that I have come to since reading the detailed description of my personality type have helped me know myself in a more intimate way. I had many “ah ha” moments reading it. I encourage my family and friends to take test. I also believe that the personality test can help you find a romantic partner if you have one take the test as