Question

1. Which of the specific mixed and non-verbal cues do you need to work on the most? What might the statement, “You cannot not communicate” mean? In what situations do you send non-verbal messages that may not communicate what you wish to communicate and/or what you are really thinking, feeling, or experiencing?

include specific examples from your own experience and observations.
approximately ½ - 1 single-spaced page
Incorporate references and concepts from the text (Bridges Not Walls: A Book About Interpersonal Communication)

Answer 1

Non-verbal cues are such an integral part of communication. Non-verbal cues include facial expressions, gestures, hand and feet movement etcetera. A simple smile could communicate a lot. However, I reckon, I needs to work on my facial expressions. They tend to communicate what I often do not wish to communicate. I tend to be ecstatic about meeting new people however, I often come across as somebody cold because I apparently don't smile too often. I would like to be more expressive in the way I communicate, as it is not a good feeling to be mistook all the time.