Levels of Communication (PURPOSIVE COMM.)

is an integral part of our daily lives, enabling us to connect, share, and exchange thoughts, ideas, and information with one another.

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION

Key Elements:

This involves spoken words, tone, gestures, facial expressions, and body language.

Effective listening is essential, as it ensures understanding and misunderstandings. reduces

Providing and receiving _______ helps clarify messages and strengthens communication bonds.

Ex: Conversations with friends, discussions with colleagues, or a counseling session with a therapist.

INTRAPERSONAL COMMUNICATION

Key Elements:

Understanding your emotions, motives, and responses helps in managing feelings and behaviors.

The inner voice or "self-talk" plays a big role in shaping confidence, outlook, and resilience.

Intrapersonal communication helps you control impulses and manage your actions based on personal goals. Ex: Reflecting on a recent decision, analyzing personal feelings about a situation, or setting personal goals.

How we communicate with others often reflects how we communicate with ourselves. Effective interpersonal skills often require strong intrapersonal awareness, as understanding our own thoughts and emotions can help us empathize with others.