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Be Aware Of Other People Emotions
When communicating with others you want to be considerate of what is happening with them. You want to congratulate them if the achieved something, or give then your best if something is wrong. To make them feel comfortable you have to "make and maintain eye contact and use first names where appropriate. Do not be afraid to ask others for their opinions as this will help to make them feel valued"(Improving Communication pg.3). -
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Emphasize
When speaking with others its important to see there view as well. You don't want to come off judgmental or biased. It's is important to consider the emotional effect of what you are saying to the other person. -
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Encourage
When talking to people you want to use encouraging actions and words, also you should use praise to make them feel good. It is important that they feel "welcome, wanted, valued and appreciated in your communications"(Improving Communications pg.3). -
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Use Humor
"Laughing releases endorphins that can help relieve stress and anxiety"(Improving Communications pg.4). Endorphins triggers positive feelings and reduces pain. Don't be afraid to make people laugh. -
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Communicating Effectively
I have moved a lot. So I have to have good communication skills to make friends. The first interaction I have with people when I moved here was soccer tryouts. I got assigned to pass with some girl that looked nice but I didn't know her. I used communications skills and we got along pretty well. We were partners the rest of the tryout stuff and now she is still on of my best friends.