Tips on Communicating With Others

Communication is a subject that can be hard and demanding to master. How do we communicate excellently so that we can have noble connection with others, whether in the place of work or with family?

Few tips on communicating with others excellently, which will help you to  create a strong bond at workplace or at home with your near and  dear  ones.

1.     Listening carefully

Maximum number of people talk more and listen less .What bothers us is the  concern of  what we are going to say rather  than what the other individual is communicating  to us?

Listening skills play a major role. What we need to ensure is that we participate by paying heed to what the other person is conveying to us rather than pretending to listen.

We need to understand by their choice of  words, choice of tone, and body linguistic. If they are nodding you are really listening to them, they will be more uncluttered and will believe you with their real judgments, thoughts and feelings. Listening is an art.

2.     Think from Other Person’s point of view

No one needs a friend who beat them up; everyone needs friends who help them out. Being a friend means coming alongside the other person even if you disagree of what he says sometimes.

Standing by there and showing care as they work from end to end towards the problematic issue don’t try to solve or judge their disputes; just be there and let them know you care about and are backing them.

3. Unnecessary Advice

No one likes too many advises and moreover if never asked for.

Furthermostuninvitedguidance is impartial and unwanted. Keep shut until your friend asks for advice and then give it to them otherwise keep mum.

Generousundesirable and unwelcomed advice makes you seem like a know-it-all and that doesn’t make for a respectable friendship or good communication.

Sometimes the person just wants you to listen while you are trying to fix the issue instead. A good question to ask is “Do you want me to listen or help problem solve?” This will give you the answer on if they want advice form you on this subject. If they say “just listen”, then do that. Close your mouth and just listen. That is the best way to be helpful at that time. If you are aware  of their needs, there might come a day when they actually ask for your advice.

3.     Check Your Tone and Body Language

Body language is a very strong nonverbal tool that itself conveys a lot .It tells more than the actual words you say. Hence, guard your tone and body language when you are speaking. Is your tone harsh? Does your face give away your disgust when someone else is talking? Do you smile and comfort the person who is talking? Your body language says more about your feelings and thoughts than your actual words so keep that in mind the next time you have a chat with someone. Check your body language to ensure it is consistent with your words.

5. Stay authentic and truthful

The finest way to communicate is by being vulnerable and truthful. If you are frustrated, say “I’m frustrated”. Being able to label your feelings and work through them can help you when communicating with others.

If you don’t want to talk about a particular issue, say “I don’t want to talk about that” to let the other person specifically. Being able to express your thought s and feelings can be a big stride in attaining good communication with others.

6. Communication is a two-way street

Communication is a two-way street and we need to summon up that the other person’s beliefs and feelings are as important as our own. We know that it hard to understand, but we need to have that give and take when communicating with others.

To have an effective communication, there needs to be honest going both ways and a decent understanding of what is being said. Asking helpful questions and letting the other person know you are listening are great ways to enhance communication.

We at Gracious Avatar help you with such effective tips for you to inculcate to see if they enhance your communication with your co-workers and family. You might be surprised at how simple it really is to communicate with others.