Joan Rivers Identify The Phrase 'Can We Talk?'
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Cheryl Allen
Writing 102 DL
March 28, 2016
Definition Essay
Joan Rivers coined the phrase “Can we talk?” What an effective phrase to use in reaching her audience as she conveyed her message. The audience listened, received and responded to the message. Joan Rivers was communicating. Communication is defined as the process by which information is exchanged between individuals through a common system of verbal, written, symbols, sign or behavior. All living things communicate, and we do it every day, whether it’s verbally or nonverbally, formal or informal. From the nod of a head or a chat with a friend, it is the base of all human relationship. Just think about it, when a writer pens his/her story they are conveying information …show more content…
(Robbins 237). Culture barriers play an important role in the ability to connect with others. Every culture is different, and cross cultural communication can be quite challenging. What may be considered appropriate in one culture may be insulting in another. Understanding differences and cultivating respect would certainly play a key role in the success of cross cultural communication.
Not all messages are expressed verbally. our body language and facial expressions speak also, they can depict feelings of happiness, anger or even having the blues. As a child, all my
Allen-Hardy 3 mother needed to do was give me a certain look, stand a certain way, position her arms differently or, just call me by my full name in a specific tone, and I knew that I was in trouble. Our nonverbal actions send powerful messages through gestures, eye contact, the way we …show more content…
Although technology certainly allows us to be interconnected globally, oral communication will always be the driving force in human interaction. So let’s put away the smart phones, video games, and end your social media addiction. Replace Face time with face to face time, an emoji certainly can’t replace a hug, nor can a yellow smiley face replace a warm smile, but positive communication can certainly enhance and nurture relationships. There is power in the spoken words “I love you” as opposed to a text that says I you. The ability to interact and socialize creates a sense of community, enhances a relationship and will foster understanding between people. Anyone can learn and master the skill of communicating, but it has to be
Cheryl Allen
Writing 102 DL
March 28, 2016
Definition Essay
Joan Rivers coined the phrase “Can we talk?” What an effective phrase to use in reaching her audience as she conveyed her message. The audience listened, received and responded to the message. Joan Rivers was communicating. Communication is defined as the process by which information is exchanged between individuals through a common system of verbal, written, symbols, sign or behavior. All living things communicate, and we do it every day, whether it’s verbally or nonverbally, formal or informal. From the nod of a head or a chat with a friend, it is the base of all human relationship. Just think about it, when a writer pens his/her story they are conveying information …show more content…
(Robbins 237). Culture barriers play an important role in the ability to connect with others. Every culture is different, and cross cultural communication can be quite challenging. What may be considered appropriate in one culture may be insulting in another. Understanding differences and cultivating respect would certainly play a key role in the success of cross cultural communication.
Not all messages are expressed verbally. our body language and facial expressions speak also, they can depict feelings of happiness, anger or even having the blues. As a child, all my
Allen-Hardy 3 mother needed to do was give me a certain look, stand a certain way, position her arms differently or, just call me by my full name in a specific tone, and I knew that I was in trouble. Our nonverbal actions send powerful messages through gestures, eye contact, the way we …show more content…
Although technology certainly allows us to be interconnected globally, oral communication will always be the driving force in human interaction. So let’s put away the smart phones, video games, and end your social media addiction. Replace Face time with face to face time, an emoji certainly can’t replace a hug, nor can a yellow smiley face replace a warm smile, but positive communication can certainly enhance and nurture relationships. There is power in the spoken words “I love you” as opposed to a text that says I you. The ability to interact and socialize creates a sense of community, enhances a relationship and will foster understanding between people. Anyone can learn and master the skill of communicating, but it has to be