Interpersonal Communication Final

Non-verbal Communcation (NVC)

This is continuous, multi-channled, more ambiguous (Flirtiness), unconscious, and better at emotions & trusted more / Is also used more (65%)

Verbal Communication (VC)

This is intermittent (Not Regular Basis), single-channeled, more clear, conscious (“I don’t have words to describe it”) / is used less ( 35%)

Competent (good) Communication & Building Mutual Understanding

Nonverbal communicatin is used….

Non Verbal Communication / lacking this trait cause fewer friendships, and create negative feelings about themselves

Essential for children..

5 Types of Non Verbal Communication

Kinesics, Oculesics, Haptics, Proxemics, Chronemics

Kinesics

The study of body movement and position

Oculesics

The study of eye contact

Communications interest, intimacy, power, control, and dominance

Speakers are more credible, dynamic, likable, persuasive, sincere, trustworthy & friendly

Haptics

The study of touch (Handshake)

Essential to Human Development

The Most Intimate Type of NVC

Social Rituals

Proxemics

The study of how people relate to space

Edward T. Hall:

Public = 12 ft & beyond

Social = 4 ft to 12 ft

Personal =18 in to 24 in

Intimate = 0 to 18 in

Chronemics

The Study of How People Relate to Time

Varies Culturally ( Kenyan & Filipino)

Kenyan Time

An American man was mad because he arrived at the wedding 2 hours later

It’s about the significant presence and participation

Elastic/ Rubber Time

5 Love Langugaes

Word of Affirmation, Quality Time, Gift Giving, Physical Touch, and Acts of Service

Gary Chapman made this (Couples Therapist)

Everyone speaks differnet forms of the language

Quality Time

Spending time with another person and giving undivided attention to strengthen a relationship

EX: “I like to go places with you”

“ I feel close when we’re talking or doing something together”

“ I appreciate it when you listen patiently and don’t interrupt me”

Gift Giving

Receiving a thoughtful present can be a strong affirmation of their love and care

EX: “I like to receive little gift from you”

“Several inexpensive gifts mean more to me than one large expensive gift”

“I know you are thinking of me when you give me a gift”

Acts Of Service

Expressing love by partaking in helpful and thoughtful actions that make life easier for the other person

EX: “ I feel loved when you do things to help me”

“ I feel loved when you help me with my home project”

“ I like to know that you concerned enough to help me with daily task”

Physical Touch

Emphasizes expressing love through physical contact like hugs and holding hands

EX: “I feel loved when you hug or touch me”

“ I like to hold hands with you”

“ I like to sit close to you”