June 2024

There were 5 posts published in June 2024 (this is page 1 of 1).

Flying International!

The cartoon I chose depicts people of different ethnicities at an airport arrival gate, waiting to greet incoming passengers. The scene captures cultural diversity in interpersonal communication. There is a worker extending their hand to greet the new arrivals in confusion, another impatiently holding out their card, another with a suitcase confused about her fellow passengers attitude, one worriedly commenting on personal space and another appearing confused with folded hands. This reflects real life scenarios where cultural norms influence how individuals interact. These interactions line up well with the chapter’s focus on cultural diversity, where communication styles significantly vary across different contexts and backgrounds. It emphasizes the importance of cultural awareness and adaptation needed in order to create relationships across cultures. 

In school I remember how cultural differences influenced my interactions with friends and teachers. Being of Russian descent, language and culture dictated almost all of my interactions. Some of those interactions resulted in miscommunication due to how large Russia is. Russian language and customs can vary significantly based on region, influencing dialects, slang, and social norms. Which led to intercultural communication challenges. Managing these differences taught me the importance of being open minded when communicating, and maintaining respect across different cultural backgrounds.

Chit chat

Chapter nine focuses on interpersonal communication and human relationships. Showing the ways in which we develop relationships with people from personal exchanges. It’s important to create supportive communication where we can either better or worse our connections. Friendships, relationships, family bonds, the chapter reveals the stages we go through and what is needed to maintain these vital connections. 

The cartoon I chose reminds me of those moments in school when casual conversations unexpectedly turned into friendships. Just like those kids, I remember bonding with classmates over shared frustrations about school or whatever was currently going on. Especially about tough assignments, dislike of some teachers, news, games, anything. These interactions weren’t about being negative or complaining about something, they were about finding common ground and understanding each other on a personal level. Even now as I get older I find myself in similar situations, a few random words to a stranger can blossom into a new relationship. It’s these small moments that make our interactions and serves as a reminder that we are all similar. The cartoon captures this greatly, highlighting how interpersonal communication can close gaps socially and build relationships through shared experiences.

Universal Language!

Chapter three explores the world of nonverbal communication, demonstrating how we speak through body language, facial expressions, gestures, posture, and eye contact. These cues play important roles in conveying messages without spoken communication. Cultural differences also shape how nonverbal communication is used and understood, with different cultures having different norms for personal space, touch, and gestures varying widely across cultures.  Nonverbal communication is a powerful tool that shapes all of our lives.

The cartoon I choose features a dog sitting in a cell with its big innocent eyes, and a hint of guilt. The dog has to plead not guilty in court but its body language says otherwise. This scene captures a universal truth “our body language often speaks louder than words”. The dog’s expression of guilt despite its plea is relatable. Since we have all been in a situation where our actions or expressions reveal our true feelings, like the dog’s guilty eyes. I’ve been angry at times and have said or stated that I was okay even though my body language spoke for itself. Understanding nonverbal communication is important because a majority of the time it shows people’s true feelings and intentions.

Miscommunication chapter 4

Miscommunication is a common occurrence in all forms of communication, verbal, visual, or written. Both the speaker and the listener play a important role in ensuring effective communication, miscommunication can happen with factors such as personal opinions, body language, tone, and context.

The comic i chose represents a situation where everyone involved has their own opinions and expressions, leading to a breakdown in understanding. It also highlights the importance of effective communication, and the varied outcomes when people fail to communicate properly. Miscommunication is something that is bound to happen in all our lives, but the best thing you can do is take certain measures to prevent it from happening in the first place. Understanding the possibility of miscommunication at multiple levels can lead to improved communication skills, more successful relationships, effective interactions, and fewer misunderstandings.

Express yourself communication post #1

In this introductory chapter of “Survey of Communication Study,” the authors lay the groundwork for understanding communication. The authors introduce two models of communication, linear and transactional. The linear model depicts communication as a one way transmission of messages, while the transactional model highlights the communication exchanges, role of personal filters and contextual influences.By sharpening our communication skills individuals can navigate diverse communication situations effectively, enhancing relationships and opportunities in all parts of life.Due to the arguing in the image, the individuals may struggle to articulate their thoughts or fully understand the intentions of the other, we often struggle with accurately conveying our ideas and understanding others. This connection highlights the relevance of communication study in our everyday lives, by which we gain a deeper understanding of how communication shapes our interactions, and helps us better navigate social, professional, and personal relationships.