Please answer the attached discussions. 150 word min. Discussion 1...

Please answer the attached discussions. 150 word min.

Discussion 1
In Chapter Four of
Making Connections: Understanding Interpersonal Communication
, the author discusses the
power of language and how verbal communication can affect interpersonal relationships. The
author also mentions ways in which you can improve your verbal communication. Explain how
you will use these skills to make your interpersonal verbal communication more effective. Use a
specific example of someone in your life (past or present) that is difficult to communicate with.
Describe how using these skills could improve your communication with this person.
Discussion 2
Nonverbal communication is one of the most powerful ways that we communicate in our
interpersonal relationships. Sometimes, however, we may find ourselves unintentionally
communicating something that we do not mean to. This tends to happen quite often in
intercultural communication situations (when we are communicating across different cultures).
Provide an example of a time when you nonverbally communicated something other than what
you meant. Or, use an example of when someone else nonverbally communicated something to
you that was different than what they meant. What happened in this situation? Be specific in your
example and also discuss what you will do in the future to avoid this.