Language
barriers seem pretty
self-inherent, but there are often hidden language barriers that we aren’t
always aware of. If you work in an industry that is heavy in jargon or technical
language, care should be taken to avoid these words when speaking with someone
from outside the industry.
Physical problems are easy to spot – doors that are closed,
walls that are erected, and distance between people all work against the goal
of effective communication
Perceptual problems,
in contrast, are internal. If you go into a situation thinking that the person
you are talking to isn’t going to understand or be interested in what you have
to say, you may end up subconsciously sabotaging your effort to make your
point. This led to occurred of problems in communication at large.
Emotional
problems can be tough to overcome, but are important to put aside to engage
in
conversations.We are often taught to
fear the words coming out of our own mouths, as in the phrase
“anything you say
can and will be used against you.” Overcoming
this fear is difficult, but necessary.
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Cultural barriers
are a result of living in an ever shrinking world. Different cultures, whether
they be a societal culture of a race or simply the work culture of a company,
can hinder developed communication if two different cultures clash. In these
cases, it is important to find a common ground to work from.
Gender barriers
have become less of an issue in recent years, but there is still the
possibility for a man to misconstrue the words of a woman, or vice versa. Men
and women tend to form their thoughts differently, and this must be taken into
account when communicating
Interpersonal
barriers are what ultimately keep us from reaching out to
each other and opening ourselves up, not just to be heard, but to hear others.
Oddly enough, this can be the most difficult area to change. Some people spend
their entire lives attempting to overcome a poor self-image or a series of
deeply rooted prejudices about their place in the world.
Communication is not a one-way street.
To have others open up to you, you must be open yourself. By overcoming these
barriers to communication, you can ensure that the statement you are making is
not just heard, but also understood, by the person you are speaking with. In
this way, you can be confident that your point has been expressed
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