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1、跨文化The Six Types of Nonverbal CommunicationThere are six main types of nonverbal communication. Youre probably familiar with most, but may be surprised by the more obscure types. Apply your self-observation skills to your nonverbal communication habits and see if you cant discover ways in which you

2、might become a more effective communicator!Facial ExpressionsOf all the types of nonverbal communication, this may be one of the most noticeable. We all examine each others faces as we talk, gleaning information to confirm that the meaning is received as it is delivered. Smiling is one facial expres

3、sion that is likely to put other people at ease and make them feel accepted and comfortable. You exude happiness and encouragement when you smile, so try to add it to more of your conversations. Scowling, chewing your lip, and raising your eyebrows can all signal different meanings, so it is importa

4、nt to be aware of how your face looks during a conversation.Eye ContactThis is a big one. We learned all about it in Speech class! The hard part is that it can feel uncomfortable. For some it may feel too intimate, for others it may feel challenging. No matter how it makes you feel, though, it is an

5、 essential tool in your nonverbal communication toolbox as it makes the other person feel heard, respected, and important.Of course, I dont advocate staring as that can be rude! But making good, consistent eye contact can elevate your status as a great conversationalist. GesturesGestures are another

6、 one of the types of nonverbal communication. They can add warmth and personality to a conversation. If youre not a big hand gesture person, remember at least to nod your head appropriately. This is an easy way to show that you are listening to, understanding, and connecting with the speaker. Postur

7、e and Body OrientationHow you walk, talk, stand, and sit sends a lot of messages to others. Think of the times youve felt nervous at a partyyour posture most certainly gave you away. Letting your body relax, having fluid smooth movements, and facing your conversation partner all indicate confidence

8、and engaging conversation skills. Proximity The physical distance between you and others signals your level of intimacy and comfort. If someone you dont know stands too close or touches too often, you will probably begin to feel uncomfortable. Make sure youre aware of others body language in respons

9、e to your presence - this can be especially important for those who want to impress!ParalinguisticsThis is really just describing how your voice sounds. It includes your:TonePitchRhythmLoudnessInflectionThis type of nonverbal communication is most noticeable when someone uses their voice to indicate

10、 a different meaning than their stated words. You know, that passive-aggressive tactic that we all use at some time or another. Like when youre having an argument with your husband and you say, Im not angry! Ha! Trying to keep your words and your paralinguistics in sync will help keep your messages

11、clear, understandable, and less likely to be misinterpreted. You can see why the six types of nonverbal communication are so important to master. If you would like some help in assessing and improving yours, pleasedrop me a note!Nonverbal Communication ExamplesHow does nonverbal communication affect

12、 our relationships? Find out with the help of these nonverbal communication examples.You may have tried every trick in the book, but somehow you are not being able to maintain strong relationships, either personal or professional. Where are you going wrong? This is probably because your body languag

13、e does not complement your speech. This is a common problem faced by many. You may speak with a lot of conviction, but your eyes or posture may speak otherwise. This is what we call nonverbal communication, which is better explained with the help of some nonverbal communication examples.What is Nonv

14、erbal Communication?Nonverbal communication is also known as body language and is an inevitable part of our personality. When we speak, we also give out several nonverbal signals that sometimes work to intensify what is already being said, or sometimes contradicts what we are saying. Nonverbal commu

15、nication can be a give-away simply because it is hard to control this kind of communication. In several cases, you may communicate simply by means of nonverbal communication. They say eyes say a lot more than words do. This is an example of nonverbal communication. Nonverbal communication primarily

16、comprises gestures, posture, touch, space and facial expressions. As mentioned before, these may either complement or contradict what we say. Nonverbal body language leaves a huge impact on relationships, both personal or professional. Examples of Nonverbal CommunicationThere are several types of no

17、nverbal communication that may be evaluated on the basis of certain examples, that will help you understand the nuances of this complicated form of communication.Facial ExpressionsWhen reading facial expressions, some of these examples may help: While maintaining eye contact is a sign of confidence

18、and positivity, avoiding eye contact is one of the most clear negative nonverbal communication examples. This implies that the person may be lying, or fears confrontation. The smile is another give-away when it comes to facial expressions. While a soft smile is a soft expression that is encouraging,

19、 a rigid smile or a smirk may be a sign of contempt. Raised eyebrows are not only a sign of surprise, they can also suggest mockery or sarcasm. It may be a natural physical trait of some people, and they may do it without realizing. However, it is important to know the kind of effect it is having on

20、 others. Frowning is another facial expression that we tend to assume when under stress. This gives out the message that we are unapproachable and cold.Posture and other MovementsPostures are included in nonverbal communication and may be explained with a few of these examples: Standing erect shows

21、confidence, but if you are slouching it is a sign of low self-esteem and a stance that you have given up. Keeping shoulders rigid again give a sign that you may be unapproachable, and may affect the kind of people you attract towards you. Constant fiddling with everything in sight is a sign of anxie

22、ty, frustration, boredom and lack of interest. Standing with your hands crossed behind you, combined with your facial expressions may be a clear sign of anger or frustration that you are trying to hold back.GesturesGestures animate the conversations we have with others. We point, we wave and use all

23、 sorts of body language gestures while we are talking. For instance, you may constantly be rubbing your neck, or the back of your ear. This is a sign of discomfort and lack of confidence. If you are angry, you may be clenching your fists to control your anger, or in preparation for a physical attack

24、! Rubbing hands together indicates excitement and indicates readiness to engage in an activity. Shrugging may show a lack of interest.TouchEven touch plays an important role in nonverbal communication. For instance: When your boss is praising you, and pats you on the back, it is a sign of genuine li

25、king for you and your work. A firm handshake is the sign of confidence. We all know the reassuring effect of a warm bear hug. Someone who holds your arms while talking is either trying to make a statement, or to portray that he/she is in control.SpaceWe all have a physical space around us. Sometimes

26、 we find people invading that personal space. It may be to portray any of the following: Intimacy Affection Dominance AggressionThis does not mean that someone maintaining a decent physical distance is trying to keep away from you. It only means that the person knows his/her place and respects your

27、personal space, provided you dont share a very close relationship.Understanding body language with the help of these nonverbal communication examples may take a while. To pick up nonverbal cues requires you to watch out for them intently, and also learn how to complement the right cues with the spok

28、en word, so that you dont give out the wrong message. Once you are able to do that, you will definitely minimize the chances of misconceptions and misunderstandings about others, and yourself.7 Types of Non Verbal communicationBy Manasi Chaudhari / May 3, 20110 Comments EmailNon verbal communication

29、 is universal and it transcends language, religion, geographical territory and all cultures. It makes our communication more appealing and effective. It is an integral part of everyday communication. Most of us are not consciously aware of the various cues, signs and signals that we use in our commu

30、nication. However, studies reveal several types of nonverbal communication, a few of which are listed below.1. Facial ExpressionsFace is the index of the mind. It can express a lot more even when one doesnt do any talking. While speaking or not speaking, the face can convey something more than what

31、the words may fail to do. Emotions, attitudes, and associations are usually well expressed in the face. Facial muscles in different combinations imply a number of emotions and messages. For example: Eyebrows can frown, quiz, approve, disapprove and many more. Eyes can move left and right and dilate

32、to express caution, glee, surprise, anger, sorrow, love etc. Nostrils can wrinkle up and flare to imply confusion, anger and even boredom. Lips can smile, laugh, snarl, kiss and tighten to express a wide variety of messages. Tongues can roll up and down, curl, move in and out and moisture the lips to convey a variety of emotions. Jaws too can express many ideas, while they are closed, opened, clinched or set at angles.2. Body Language and Postur