Non Verbal Communication

• Non-verbal communication

  Sending and receiving messages in a variety of ways without the use of verbal codes (words). It is both intentional and unintentional.
• Non-verbal communication modes

  • touch
  • glance
  • eye contact (gaze)
  • time
  • space/proximity
  • movement
  • gestures
  • facial expressions
  • silence
  • intonation
  • dress
  • posture
  • smell
  • signs/signals
  • sounds (paralanguage)
• Categories of non-verbal language

  • Nonverbal messages produced by the body
  • Nonverbal messages produced by the broad setting (time, space, silence)
• Importance of non-verbal communication

  • Words have limitations
  • Nonverbal signals are powerful because they may express inner feelings, evoke immediate responses and actions
  • Nonverbal messages are likely to be more genuine because they are harder to control than speech
• Functions of non-verbal communication

  • Used to repeat the verbal message
  • Often used to accent a verbal message
  • Often complement the verbal message but also may contradict
  • Regulate interactions
  • May substitute for the verbal message
• "Actions speak louder than words": 'This proverb underscores the importance of non-verbal communication'
• Non-verbal communication is the use of body language, facial expressions, gestures, tone of voice, eye contact, touch, and other non-spoken cues to convey meaning.
• Body Language refers to the way we move our bodies, including posture, facial expressions, hand gestures, and body positioning.
• The effectiveness of non-verbal communication depends on factors such as cultural background, personal style, and context.
• Body Language - The way we move our bodies, including posture, gesture, and facial expression.
• Facial Expressions involve using different facial features such as eyebrows, mouth, eyes, and cheeks to communicate emotions or intentions.
• Non-verbal communication can enhance or detract from spoken communication depending on its accuracy and appropriateness.
• Gestures include movements made with hands, arms, legs, feet, or head that can add emphasis or clarify spoken words.