The Basics (Definitions)
This term describes wordless messages given through physical behaviors and expressions.
Non-Verbal Communication
This cue gives others a sense of your interest in what is happening around you.
Eye Contact
People typically believe these cues over the actual words you are saying.
Non-verbal cues
One way to be more aware is to ask for _____ from trusted others.
Feedback
True or False: Hand gestures mean the same thing in every culture.
False (They differ across cultures)
Non-verbal communication can be given both consciously and ________.
Unconsciously
This cue includes the tone, pace, inflection, and volume of your speech.
Voice
When your words and body language don't match, it is called ______ messaging.
Incongruent
To improve, you can review ______ of yourself to see what your body is "saying."
Pictures/Videos
The amount of "typical" personal space varies widely across these.
Cultures/countries
A large ______ of what we communicate with others is through non-verbal cues.
Percentage
These are described as a "universal" way of conveying emotions.
Facial Expressions
Incongruent messaging can cause these two things: confusion and _____.
Mistrust
If you have a specific habit (like staring at the ceiling), it's helpful to _____ it with others.
Share
These specific individuals may not pick up on non-verbal cues as easily.
Neurodiverse
This refers to wordless messages we give and _____ through behavior.
Receive
400: This cue is influenced by how you hold your head, stand, or sit.
Body Movement/Posture
Tuning into these cues can enhance your understanding of others' ______.
Experiences
You should bring awareness to your hands, your gaze, and your ____ during talks.
Posture
What kind of communication can range from a handshake to a hug?
Touch
Experts agree this type of communication helps us engage more _____ with people.
Effectively/Skillfully
The distance you keep from others can convey intimacy, dominance, or _____.
Aggression/Affection.
Learning non-verbal cues is especially helpful for understanding people who struggle with _____.
Verbal communication
True or False: You should rely exclusively on indirect cues to communicate.
False (Be mindful not to rely exclusively on them)
The distance from others that can convey feelings like intimacy, dominance, aggression, discomfort, or affection.
Space