The Importance Of Nonbal Language

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A gesture can go a long way and mean a lot of things, but it is up to the person who interprets these gestures to truly define them. These interpretations go along way and apply for all non-verbal language such body language, eye contact, noises, sign language, and body contact. Not only do these interpretations rely on the person but also vary because of the different cultures around the world. Although the opposition might argue that non-verbal language is the same across the world because it is essentially composed of the same actions, in reality it is different because there are various interpretations of the actions. All gestures are performed the same way. For the simple action of pointing, we all extended our hand and straighten the index finger; wrap our arms around a person to give a hug, but the actions’ interpretation is the factor that makes the same gesture mean many different things. There are different dynamics that go into the interpretation of non-verbal language. Even though the opposition is valid in that the motions and actions to perform the non-verbal language are the same all …show more content…

Find out why would something so ordinary and automatic, so uninteresting and simple as a head nod be so important? The article from Andrews University: “Non-Verbal Communication Modes” answers this very question.
The article states that non-verbal language is so important because it is one of the key aspects of communication (and especially important in a high-context culture). Among its many functions are the use of repetition, accent a verbal message by tone, give off indicators of emotions and moods by body language and attitude, and reinforce the verbal message, such as using hand motions to show

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