Effective Communication

Generally what comes to your mind is speech when anyone thinks about communication but there are many other ways in which we can also communicate with each other.

Facial expressions:

Human face is exceptionally expressive, capable to deliver uncountable emotions without saying a single word. And unlike some forms of nonverbal communication, facial expressions are universal. The facial expressions for happiness, sadness, anger, surprise, fear, and disgust are the same across cultures .Hence .Facial expressions are a form of strong nonverbal communication.

                                                                  

Gestures:

Gesture is a form of non-verbal communication or non-vocal communication in which noticeable bodily actions communicate a specific messages, either in place of, or in conjunction with, speech.

Gestures include movement of the hands, face, or other parts of the body

                              

Pointing with the index finger or hand gestures

Pointing with the index finger is considered rude or disrespectful, especially pointing to a person. Pointing with the left hand is taboo in some cultures. Pointing with an open hand is considered more polite or respectful in some contexts

                             

Written Communication

A 'Written Communication' means the transferring of messages, orders or instructions in writing through letters, circulars, manuals, reports, telegrams, office memos, bulletins, etc. It is a formal method of communication and is less flexible.

                       

Drawing

You must be wondering that how drawing helps you to describe your ideas letting others see exactly what to do. Drawing is a form of communication just the same as speaking is a form of communication. The process of placing your ideas on paper and let them speak on their own.

                                                 

Using equipment e.g. Text message or computer

                             

Touch

Haptic communication is a branch of nonverbal communication that mentions to the methods in which people and animals communicate and interact via the sense of touch. The sense of touch allows one to experience different sensations such as: pleasure, pain, heat, or cold.

                                                       

Eye contact

Eye contact is a form of body language which is important during communication. When you maintain eye contact with the person you are talking to it indicates that you are focused and paying attention. It means that you are actually listening to what the person has to actually say.

                          

For communication to be effective we also have to be able to comprehend what others are trying to communicate to us.

World without Communication will be like this