This week, I watched my favorite show, "Dallas", with the sound off and on. The first time I watched show, I watched it with the sound off. I could tell by the actions of the characters that they were upset or having fun. After watching the show, I rewinded it and played it with the sound on. I was correct in assuming that the characters were upset based on their facial expressions. However, what I thought was fun was actually a scheme to stop JR from drilling oil on South Fork.
Based on what I have learned, I realize that nonverbal communication is not always straight forward. People can smile when they are scheming or happy. Frowns and hard looks are typically associated with anger or mistrust; however, not all emotions are communicated through nonverbal communication. Therefore, I have learned to pay attention to facial expressions, distance, and character behavior, and I understand the importance of nonverbal communication.
Tammie,
ReplyDeleteWhen watching a show with the sound off, nonverbal communication can be misleading. Listening is also important when trying to ascertain the message being communicated.
You mentioned that nonverbal communication is not always straight forward. I agree with you. Do you think the same can be true for verbal communication or listening? Why or why not?
Tammie
ReplyDeleteNonverbal communication can send mixed messages. You can easily mistakes someones opinion about what they mean when you just try to make an assumption about what they are trying to say through nonverbal communication.
You mentioned this was your favorite tv show, do you think your perception of the episode would have been different if you had not seen that show before? I think its easy to make assumptions of something when you are familiar with this case. But I could be wrong!
ReplyDeleteI agree that nonverbal expressions can send mixed messages. What we might assume is good might not be or the opposite. I guess we need to pay closer attention to someone who uses alot of nonverbal expressions and try to understand their point of view and not jump into conclusions. Nonverbal commuication can be misunderstood alot quicker than vervbal commuication. I also love to watch "Dallas". Good post.
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