Communication...what a wonderful thing! But somehow, many of us use, misuse, abuse, or misinterpret almost 95% of the communication we give and receive.
Is there a language barrier? A resistance to change? A hidden agenda? Hearing only what we want to hear?
Perhaps these factors play a role, and many other variables are involved in even the simplest of communications. I can fully understand misinterpreting a message when multiple native languages, cultures, ideals, or backgrounds are involved...but I would like to think people speaking the same language would have less of an issue misinterpreting messages being delivered.
There are many ways we cloud our messages……euphemisms, metaphors, sarcasm, dryness, saying one thing but meaning another, twisting messages in ways that suit our best interest, or simply politics. Add to that mulitple communication devices....email, phone, message boards, and we have a haven for misunderstandings.
No wonder there are so many pissed off people, so many killings, so much road rage…….
Is there really a way to be clear in the delivery of our message and have it interpreted exactly as we intend? I think it is possible, but does not seem to happen as often as I would like....
Miscommunication can have some horrible consequences. Wars, death, wrongful arrests, ruined relationships, loss of family, friends, acquaintances, and even money.
Communications flow more easily once two people understand each others’ personality, motive, background, and direction in life. A mutual understanding and awareness of the preferred communication method, the intent of the message, and how the message will be received can prevent many future complications.....