Communication Do's & Don'ts

Saying "yeah" and nodding head shows the person you are listening without having to actually listen.

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Reread digital messages to see how they could be misinterpreted before sending the message.

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• Don't

When texting someone from the baby boomer generation, you should use LESS text style abbreviations.

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The sender should assume that a message will be received as intended.

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The goal of a conversation should be to win or have the last word.

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You should consider the psychological state of the receiver before having a "big" conversation with them.

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It is okay to conclude that we all have similar experiences, values, and interests and there are very few perceptual barriers.

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Using FaceTime to reduce physical barriers may help send more clear messages when dating someone long distance.

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If you feel uncomfortable communicating with others, you should actually try to communicate more frequently in safe spaces to help you learn how to do it better.

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You should yell at the person when you are mad to try to find a solution to a problem with someone you are in a conflict with.

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• Don't