We had been dowsing Ancient Saxon burial sites and two sets of ley lines.
The body language and interaction between the two groups of three are very apparent to me.
I'm wearing the hat - as is usual :)
Interacting With
Others - Basic Communication
Tracey
Fieber
With much of our daily life involving interactions with
other people, it's surprising how few individuals actually comprehend the core
concepts of good communication.
Interactions between people can be superficial
occurrences with neither party gaining anything,
or they can create a sturdy connection where bonds are
established and a mutual understanding
of the participants' thoughts is promoted.
In order to get the most out of the interactions you face
on a daily basis,
it is crucial that you can grasp the core communication
skills needed to truly connect with others.
If you want to improve the way you relate with others,
here are three basic communication skills
you should work on:
1. Be A Good Listener
Being a good listener is the building block to
establishing healthy communication.
Often times, people get so wrapped up with their opinions
and concerns that they completely neglect those of the person they're speaking
with.
Active listening involves truly understanding what you're
being told and repeating back the core ideas
to ensure that you're on the same
page with the person speaking.
Not only will this improve the comprehension you have of
your conversational partner's mindset,
but will also help forge a deeper bond
between the two of you.
M’reen> I’ve recently been to a business network
meeting where a new person came in and covered
the area with his leaflets and
proceeded to have in depth conversations – or were they sale pitches
to
individuals and groups in the room. He probably had a very successful meeting
not realising that he was simply ‘fresh meat’ that may prove to be useful
no
matter how overbearing and uninterested he was in the other participants.
2. Understand Body Language
While experts argue on the amount of conversation which is
done through non-verbal cues,
there is no doubt that body language plays an important
role in getting to the bottom of someone's intentions. From obvious signals
such as crossed arms (which hint that the person you're speaking with is
closed-off or not open to new suggestions) to the way that their feet are
pointed (someone sitting
or standing with their feet pointed towards the door
might be looking to make a quick exit
from your conversation), knowing the
underlying meaning of body language will help you greatly
as you network and
deal with others.
M’reen> at the same meeting I joined three people, the
middle one of the triangle I didn’t know
so I stood closer to the person on my right who accused
me of invading his personal space!
3. Watch Your Tone
Tone of voice is one of the most basic communication
skills to understand, and can be an invaluable asset when speaking. Conversing
in a loud, low tone shows confidence on the part of the speaker,
while talking
softly or in a high-pitched manner exerts shyness or a lack of confidence in
what is being said. The speed at which you speak can also make a difference in
how you're interpreted.
Speaking slowly gives your words the opportunity to
sink in, whereas rushing through
your sentences can make you appear less comfortable in
the situation and may make it difficult
for the person you're speaking to comprehend what you're
telling them - with the end result likely being their loss of interest.
M’reen> I simply can’t hear people with low voices. On
my Bereavement Counselling training we were supposed to give all the body
language signs of being inattentive but the person explaining his needs
to me
felt that I was paying intent attention as I couldn’t help giving him little
sharp glances.
While sharp glances are not recommended he just needed
confirmation that I was listening.
Interacting with others is an occurrence that most people
face on a daily basis, both for work
and for pleasure. Whether it is a client at the office or
a family member at home, understanding
the basics of communication will allow you to convey your
thoughts better while gaining a more intimate comprehension of what others are
trying to tell you (or sometimes even what they're attempting to hide). By
listening, looking out for body language signals and effectively conveying your
thoughts through
your words and tone, you can easily and vastly improve the
quality of your daily interactions with others.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Tracey_Fieber
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