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What does interpersonal mean?
Between two or more people
What is communication?
The process of sending and receiving messages.
Which type of communication uses oral language to convey and share a message?
Verbal Communication
Which type of communication involves using body language, facial expressions, posture, gestures, text, and written language?
Non-verbal Communication
Pretend that you like broccoli and a classmate just made fun of you for liking broccoli. Use an I-message to communicate with that person.
Ex: I feel bad when you make fun of foods I like, because I feel judged. I would like you to respect my opinions.
What should you do if someone is explaining something to you and you don't understand it?
Ask clarifying questions until understanding is reached.
True or False: Assertive communication means yelling in a confident tone and using intimidating body language.
False. Assertive communication is when you use a clear, respectful tone and confident body language.
True or False: Asking for help is a sign of strength.
True! Asking for help when you need it means advocating for yourself and becoming stronger.
Good communication helps:
A. maintain healthy relationships
B. resolve conflicts peacefully
C. us get and keep a job in the future
D. all of the above
D. all of the above
Give an example of positive body language.
Ex: smiling, making eye contact, confident posture
Give an example of negative body language.
Ex: slouching, looking at the ground, frowning, looking away
How can you tell someone is listening to you? Give two examples.
Ex: Eye contact, asking relevant questions, responding to your comments, waiting for you to finish talking, repeating what you said
