5 non-verbal_communication2.pptVIP

* * * * A lot of good can come out of silence e.g., with counseling “The silent treatment” as if you’re not there – can be very hurtful * Personal space bubble Intimate body to 18” In our personal space, only those who are really close to us – trust Personal 18”-4’ implies intimacy Social 4’-12’ acquaintances, business Public 12’ and beyond public speaking Barrier behaviors backing up, putting something between us, breaking eye contact Territory geographical space belonging to us your room, your bed, your apartment, etc. We give more personal space and more territory to people with higher status/more power * * * Women’s clothes tend to send the message of being decorative, while men’s clothes tend to be more functional * My office How chairs are placed, how cold/warm it is, how dark/light it is Do you sit down right next to people, avoid others, 2 at a table for 4 sit next to or across from each other? * * * * /ERICDocs/data/ericdocs2sql/content_storage_01/0000019b/80/40/ac/24.pdf It is difficult to categorize nonverbal skills in the different dimensions which were mentioned in the last sheet. Therefore the most important differences in nonverbal skills between America Arabic culture will be mentioned per body part. * Time This is the reason why Arabic people do not attach much value to specific and exact times. For example. In Arabic countries it is quite usual to say “I will see you in the evening, or after dinner” without mentioning any specific times. Family In Western countries also in Netherlands it is quite common for a 20-year old person for example a student to live independently. Arabic people prefer to stay with their parents until they get married. Agression Maybe this could be the reason why some people have the idea that some Arabs are quite agressive. It is possible that this person is only trying to get rid of his feelings, and not to be involved with physical violence. * * * Try saying “You love me” to convey the