Communication Skills and Culture
Touch is a powerful form of communication that conveys emo_ _ _ _ s and intentions.
emotions
Smile, frown, raised eyebrows—express emotions universally recognized across cultures. These types of body language are known as f_ _ _ _l ex_ _ _ ss _ _ _s
facial expressions
Avoiding conflict and holding back is a type of p_ _ _ _ ve communication
passive
A s_ _ _ _ indicates friendliness or happiness
smile
I am known as Experiment 626
Stitch!
Gestures like thumbs-up or nodding may have different meanings globally. Typically means _ _ _
55% of communication is n_ _ v _ _ _ _ l
nonverbal
Saying, "you're wrong, and I am right" is a type of agg_ _ _ _ _ ve communication
aggresive
Raised eyebrows can show su_ _ _ _ _ _
surprise
I used to be referred to as Dippy Dawg
Goofy!
In North America, steady eye contact conveys confidence, whereas in some Asian cultures, it may be seen as dis_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _l
disrespectful
Movements like waving, nodding, or pointing add emphasis or meaning. These are called g_ _ _ _ _ es
gestures
giving someone the silent treatment is an example of pas_ _ _ ve a_ _ _ _ _ _ _ ve communication
O_ _ n p_ _ _ _ _ e (standing tall, shoulders back) suggests confidence and approachability.
Open posture
Tom Cruise does almost all of his own stunts in these movies.
Mission: Impossible
Understanding cultural norms helps prevent misc_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ n and fosters respect in diverse environments.
miscommunication
E_ _ C_ _ _ _ ct: indicates engagement, confidence, or avoidance of confrontation.
Eye Contact
speaking with confidence and respect is a_ _ _ _ _ _ ve communication. It is the most ideal communication.
assertive
Cl_ _ _ _ p_ _ _ _ _ _ (hunched shoulders, crossed arms) may indicate defensiveness or discomfort.
Closed posture
It belongs to you, but your friends use it more. What is it?
Your name
In North America, smiling often conveys friendliness and approachability. In Russia smiling at strangers may be perceived as insincere or ina_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
inappropriate
Handshakes, pats on the back, or hugs convey emotions and intentions. This is called t_ _ _ _
touch
Understanding the four communication styles—passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive, and assertive—helps individuals recognize their own patterns and how they adapt in different situations. This is called aw_ _ _ _ _ ss.
awareness
Pr_x_ _ _ _ s refers to how we use personal space in communication.
Proxemics
If you don’t keep me, I’ll break. What am I?
A promise!