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What is interpersonal communication?
DEFNITION
categories:
Direct
Indirect channels of communication.
Functions of Interpersonal Communication
1. Gaining Information
Channels
Means mode of communicating the messages.
Direct
Speech communication
Non-Verbal communication
Unconscious
Summarizing
Listening
Questioning
Two key ideas behind the tool:
Quadrant 2: Blind Area, or "Blind Spot"
What is unknown by the person about him/herself but
which others know. This can be simple information, or
can involve deep issues (for example, feelings of
inadequacy, incompetence, unworthiness, rejection)
which are difficult for individuals to face directly, and
yet can be seen by others.
Quadrant 3: Hidden or Avoided Area
What the person knows about him/herself that others do
not.
Quadrant 4: Unknown Area
What is unknown by the person about him/herself and is
also unknown by others
Four Principles of Interpersonal
Communication
These principles underlie the workings in real life of
Interpersonal communication is contextual
Mutual trust and faith:- Must be there between sender and receiver.
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