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Interpersonal Communication; A two-way process.

Competence of interpersonal communication 

Communication competence is the ability to choose a communication behavior that is both appropriate and effective for a given situation. Interpersonal competency allows one to achieve their communication goals without causing the other party to lose face. Communication competence is the ability to properly communicate with a person or a group of people effectively in ways that they will understand. Research found key areas in which a person can focus on to develop their interpersonal communication competence. 1. Empathy- An emotional connection with another person, without feeling sorry for them. 2. Appropriate Self-Disclosure- Sharing personal information with others. 3. I own my feelings and thoughts- It is one’s job to speak for oneself. 4. I have descriptiveness- How I give and receive feedback. 5. Behavior Flexibility/Adaptability Adapting to the context a person is in.

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To have an interpersonal communication competence is to be able to deliver a message effectively to the given audience under any circumstances. This can also be built through practice, building self-confidence, gestures and so on. To build these, one may follow these guidelines. Why am I choosing to do, or say, this? Am I confusing my personal feelings with my objectivity? Would I like to be treated this way? Would I want everyone to be treated this way? If this were to become public, would I be comfortable with my actions?

Non-verbal communication may be very vital in effectively communicating with a person or a group of people. The use of non-verbal communication gives more context and emotions to the given message. The use of hand gestures, body posture and good eye contact are great ways of communicating non-verbally. Your non-verbal communication cues—the way you listen, look, move, and react—tell the person you're communicating with whether or not you care, if you're being truthful, and how well you're listening. When your nonverbal signals match up with the words you're saying, they increase trust, clarity, and understanding between two or more people. In order to become a better communicator, it's important to become more sensitive not only to the body language and nonverbal cues of others, but also to your own. There are different types of non-verbal communication; Facial Expression Body Movement and Posture Gesture Eye contact Confidence level. All these forms of communication can make verbal communication more understandable and relatable. While one may not have paid attention to the effectiveness of their non verbal communications in the past, there are ways in which they can be improved.

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All these forms of communication can make verbal communication more understandable and relatable. While one may not have paid attention to the effectiveness of their non verbal communications in the past, there are ways in which they can be improved. Tips to improve nonverbal communications include; Pay Attention to Nonverbal Signals Look for Incongruent Behaviors Focus on Tone of Voice Use Good Eye Contact Ask Questions Use Signals to Add Meaning Consider the context

Emotions affect communication in many ways. Emotional communication goes deeper than just being honest about your feelings. It's first discerning the difference between what you're feeling now and the underlying emotions that may be driving those feelings. Emotional communication requires vulnerability Emotional communication requires emotional intelligence. Emotional communication sometimes requires creativity. &nbsp;It is important for a person to be emotionally aware of themselves and of others. Sometimes as human beings our emotions run though and may get in the way of our words and our actions.

Feelings play a big role in communication. Emotional awareness, or the ability to understand feelings, will help you succeed when communicating with other people. If you are emotionally aware, you will communicate better. You will notice the emotions of other people, and how the way they are feeling influences the way they communicate. You will also better understand what others are communicating to you and why. Sometimes, understanding how a person is communicating with you is more important than what is being said. &nbsp;One can improve their emotional awareness using these tips Considering other people's feelings&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Considering your own feelings &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Having empathy &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Being trustworthy Use discernment and always try to recognize misunderstanding

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Interpersonal communication is the process of exchange of information, ideas and feelings between two or more people through verbal or non-verbal methods. It often includes face-to-face exchange of information, in a form of voice, facial expressions, body language and gestures. The level of one’s interpersonal communication skills is measured through the effectiveness of transferring messages to others. However, some people display gestures and body languages that are not entirely aware of, sending an unintended message to a person or people. Interpersonal Communication is a two-way street that the sender and receivers of information should pay attention to.

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Interpersonal communication is inexorable, irrevocable, complex &amp; relative but ultimately necessary. Understanding this type of communication gives us a framework for successful &amp; effective interaction with others in everyday situations.

https://edubirdie.com/blog/communication-research-topics The importance of non-verbal communication -https://www.helpguide.org/articles/relationships-communication/nonverbal-communication.htm Types of non-verbal communication - Jeanne Segal, Ph.D., Melinda Smith, M.A., Lawrence Robinson, and Greg Boose https://www.helpguide.org/articles/relationships-communication/nonverbal-communication.htm 10 Tips for Improving Your Nonverbal Communication By Kendra Cherry - https://www.verywellmind.com/top-nonverbal-communication-tips-2795400 Factors that Influence Interpersonal Communication - Jenny_Halteman https://quizlet.com/468338442/factors-that-influence-interpersonal-communication-flash-cards/ https://mytherapistnc.org/blog/the-overwhelming-importance-of-emotional-communication-in-relationships The Importance of Emotional Awareness in Communication- Terry Schmitz https://www.conovercompany.com/the-importance-of-emotional-awareness-in-communication/ 5 Interpersonal Communication Competencies- Robert Wilson https://expressivecct.com/5-interpersonal-communication-competencies/

Factors affecting interpersonal communication

Various factors may affect a person's interpersonal communication ability. These factors may influence the way a person communicates with other people. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Cultural factors, which include language, belief systems, morality, perspective, and customs. Language affects our communication because of the differences in translations and colloquialisms. Language barriers can also arise within our own language because of jargon or slang. Belief systems and morality have a large impact on how we communicate and who we communicate with. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Situational factors, which include physical and social environments. Context is a paramount consideration in situational factors for interpersonal communication. Misinterpretations or missing information are barriers that might affect context in situational factors. Distractions, too, present barriers. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Developmental factors, which include the growth or advancement of communication during learning a language.&nbsp; include the growth or advancement of communication during learning a language. Since most of our language development occurs when we're very young, the patterns of communication that we develop will have an impact on our interpersonal communication. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Physical factors, include the aspects of environment and physical location outside of situational context that include things like weather, seasons, etc.

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These factors should be considered during communication because each factor presents potential barriers in communication that might influence the effectiveness of how we interact with each other or within groups of people.

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Communication; the exchange of Information and Feelings through verbal and non-verbal means. 

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