Definition Essay On Communication

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COMMUNICATION Definition: Communication is more than just the act of talking. For true communication to happen, ideas have to be shared and understood among people. While talking is certainly one of the most obvious methods we use to relate thoughts and ideas to one another, it is not the only form of communication we use regularly.
Explanation:
Whether communicating through speech or some other method, your communication style has a lot to do with how much of what you "say" will truly be understood and accepted. It is very important to understand your own communication style, so you can recognize both its strengths and weaknesses. This also means it is helpful to understand …show more content…

Also included are grooming habits, body positioning in space, and consumer product design (e.g., clothing cues, food products, artificial colors and tastes, engineered aromas, media images and computer-graphic displays). Nonverbal cues include all expressive signs, signals and cues (audio, visual, tactile, chemical, etc.-which are used Nonverbal communication is a very powerful means of communication. It is usually subconscious; one may not be aware of what is being portrayed to the outside world through their body. Whether we realize it or not, a significant amount of our conversation on a daily basis is nonverbal. Nonverbal communication is also an excellent way to receive feedback from the people you are communicating with. Their expressions, body language, gestures and posture can give you feedback on how well you are communicating with them and whether they understand and agree with …show more content…

It also portrays one’s confidence or the lack of it. Some people read a lot, from the different signals the body gives while some are quite unaware of it. If one is oblivious of what people may perceive from their body language, it may have unwanted or embarrassing results.
• Posture: Posture, or the attitude that your body assumes, can also give people an impression of how you feel or how open you are to their opinions, comments or involvement. When you stand before a crowd to communicate with them, what are you portraying? Standing erect, chin tucked in, head held high (not too high as this indicates pride which may be a barrier in some cases), arms by the side, hands open or simply holding your hands in front, portrays confidence, a positive and open attitude. People are more likely to be interested in and respond to your message when you look

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