Demonstrative Communication

Demonstrative Communication

Communication is an essential aspect of an individual’s interaction with others. It is important to understand what defines communication and the different forms of communication. Communication is simply defined as the sending and receiving of messages, as well as an understanding of the message between the sender and receiver (Cheesebro, O’Connor, and Rios, 2010). These messages can be sent through various methods, most notably verbal, written, nonverbal, and unwritten forms. This paper will discuss nonverbal and unwritten communication, commonly referred to a demonstrative communication.

Demonstrative communication uses facial expressions, body posture, gestures, tone, and eye contact to transmit and receive a message. When used in conjunction with verbal communication, demonstrative communication can stress the point of the message. It can also have meaning when used just by itself. Demonstrative communication can be effective and ineffective as well as positive and negative for both the sender and the receiver.

Demonstrative communication can be positive and effective

Understanding the basics of demonstrative communication can make it easy to interpret the moods and actions of others (Powell, 2011). A sender can observe nonverbal communication and have the understanding if the message that they had intended has been received in the manner that it was intended. This can help to streamline the communication process. For example, if a person has his arms crossed across their chest, he is not receptive to conversation, or does not want to understand the message being sent. Also, because of its limitations, demonstrative communication is short and to the point (Powell, 2011). This is a definite advantage and makes it very effective for both sender and receiver. A simple smile can communicate to that the message has been received and that it has been understood.

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