Talking Is Only A Small Part Of How You Communicate

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text]Nonverbal communication speaks volumes. Our facial expressions, posture, eye contact, gait, and proximity to others all give valuable clues to who we are. Who do you want to be?[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Body Language Matters

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• Space: Personal space demonstrates everything from intimacy to aggression to dominance. It should be noted different cultures view personal space differently.

• Eye Contact: The eyes are a crucial form of nonverbal communication. They show a wide range of emotions.

• Eye contact is a basic way of maintaining communication and gauging responses.

• Facial Expressions: Facial expressions are universal. Happiness, sadness, surprise, fear, disgust, and anger are feelings we humans all experience.

• Body Movement: How you carry yourself speaks volumes. It’s that simple.

• Gestures: They’re a worldwide phenomenon but vary vastly from culture to culture.

• Touch: A lot is conveyed through this simple gesture. A pat on the back, a grip on your hand, or a warm bear hug all signal different feelings.

• Voice: We’re not talking about what you say but how you say it. Timing, tone, inflection and volume all send messages to the receiver.

 

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” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:30|text_align:left” google_fonts=”font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:300%20light%20regular%3A300%3Anormal” css=”.vc_custom_1474920096302{padding-bottom: 15px ;}”][vc_single_image image=”13196″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]Although nonverbal communication can’t be faked, it can be confusing. Here are a couple of ways to help you signal who you are.

• Everyone has their own body language. Ask your friends what you convey.
• What non-verbal communications do you admire? Start incorporating those into your day. For instance, a slow walk indicates approachability.

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