I can learn many things by observing people and surroundings. I can have an idea what their feelings at the moment. When I was observing at the county office people did not look happy and looked bored. I can learn what do they like to drink or eat. Because I see some people eating some snacks and drinking. I can learn the strategies for moms to keep their kids busy when they get fussy, I saw moms letting kids play with their phones and snacking them or even singing to them. I can learn how each person act different to the same situation, some mothers do not care if their kid cries and others try to comfort them. I can learn that some people love each other no matter where they, I saw young couple kissing each other and holding hands while waiting. I can even tell if a person is easygoing or angry by observing only. I see some people were complaining and some did not care and that gives me clues about a person’s characteristics. I think I do not really have to talk to a person to learn something about that person. Observing for a certain amount of time will give some clues about a person. While I was at the office and observe people and the place I had an idea what was the office and services that they might offer however I was not completely sure. As I leave the office I asked the security guard at the door what kind of services people can get from there and he told me food stamps and things like that. I walked around and saw lots of brochures at the corner. I picked one
The skill I am going to discuss is self- monitoring. According to Interplay, The Process of Interpersonal Communication, self monitoring is best defined as, “The process of paying close attention to one’s own behavior and using these observations to shape the way one behaves” (24). This definition means that when you have a conversation with someone you listen closely to what they are saying, but you also pay attention to yourself in order for you to modify your behavior accordingly. By being aware of the way I communicate towards people both, verbally, and non-verbally gives me an effective way to deliver an understanding message.
Learn to look for when a conversation becomes crucial, for signs of silence and violence, and for your own style under stress. A large part of this is watching your actions and emotions, as well as the actions and emotions of the other person. Paying attention to both the content of the discussion and how people are acting and feeling is no easy task. But it’s an essential part of dialogue.
For as long as I can remember, I have been a fairly quiet person who wasn’t too keen on socializing with other people. Every time I found myself in a conversation I would wonder what was on the other person’s mind, and how they perceived me. For instance, I attempted to decipher their true intentions, if they were honest, or if they even liked me. Since I was so focused on those thoughts, I would often miss the concept of the message, as well as the signs that could have clarified my concerns. It is easier to distinguish and interpret another’s probity by observing eye behavior, touch, and other nonverbal cues in the communication context.
Overall, I learned that I am better at reading people’s emotions than I thought I was. I did not think I was the best at reading emotions, but after taking these quizzes, I see that I am actually quite good at it. I also learned that someone’s body language says a great deal about how that person feels. Body language is hard to fake, so you will be able to determine easily how someone feels, even if it contradicts how they say they
I am writing you in regards to what happen to me when I was working in the District Clerk Office. Additionally, Gary Fitzsimmons was in power. You are probably thinking why now, “That was about 5 years ago.” Well the reason is that because when I did not stand up for myself, my problems followed me home, and all the way through college. In essence, I was shamed out of a job, accused of having outbursts, had my identity stolen, cheated out of my money, forced to take drugs, accused of having HIV, AIDS, and other communicable disease that required isolation. Moreover, I was sent to Doctor Sullivan’s office, who the County Doctor. He requested that I go my personal physician and have him send all my medical records to the County office for him,
Examining others can provide for great introspection, which allows for the constant personal reflection needed in the education field. Having the opportunity to observe the onlookers' behavior in response to
Reviewing the operations of the organization shaped my perception of what is being provided to who, first hand, and under what stipulations. Working with the mailing project I found that quarterly, each donor is sent an informative letter updating them on events and giving opportunity to contribute to a supportive cause. In full circle donating to the cause helps those less fortunate individuals, keep up with the status quo in society and pay their fair contribution into the community, balancing the economic structure. Following the mailing was the food bank, sorting donated: food, baby formula, and other grocery items. Every two weeks a family has the opportunity to go shopping in the store with these items. The last objective of my volunteer work was the most informally beneficial, consisting of working with the database of the organization. When each person came in for the provided support, I was prompted to take their ID and enter it into the system. Based on when they came in last I gave them instructions on what action they take next. The options provided was to fill out a request form if they qualify or sent up to the front desk for further information. The request form for that day listed: baby formula, food, diapers and other related items, which is documented each visit. As for being sent to the front desk
An example of observational learning is Eli, a successful businessman. Eli has an obsession with saving money as he observed it from his father. His parents were poor immigrants that pinched every penny they could. Everytime Eli would try to enjoy the fruits of his labor, he would hear his father’s warnings. His father’s distrust of the future carried through to his thoughts on women. Like success, a woman would inevitably turn on you someday. Eli imitated his father’s beliefs and actions throughout his life as he learned them to be socially appropriate.
When you actually sit and try to understand people you find that you become closer. I also found that there was a sheer appreciation for actually listening to the person. When a person has someone else to sit and listen to them talk about their situation or problems it helps them to relieve stress.
You find yourself fascinated more with every step. These people lives are so different from your own. You study this community in awe of what you are seeing. You wander between property lines of which you are unaware, unknowingly breaking the code of this culture.
Specifically, I have learned that: (1) With a little effort, it is usually possible to identify some of the barriers to effective interpersonal interactions; (2) There are appropriate and inappropriate levels of self-disclosure in relationships; (3) It is important and often quite helpful to understand the process by which our self-concept is developed and maintained; (4) It is equally important to recognize how our self-concept relates to both defensive messages and supportive messages (and behaviors) because they often corresponding to positive and negative communication climates in our relationships; (5) Our subjective perceptions, emotions, and nonverbal styles of expression affect interpersonal relationships; and (6) The words we use have the power to create and
After finding the main office and meeting the Volunteer Coordinator , I was led to the area where I would be spending my time volunteering. The employees in the donations area greeted me and directed me right away as to how I could help. All of the employees seemed to enjoy their work and appeared laid back and relaxed, and I am sure it feels good to know they are getting a paycheck, but also, they are enriching the lives of many people in need in their own
We had to go through security. We looked around and saw a digital directory board that showed different offices in the building, along with services and meetings rooms. After we left City Hall we went to the Town Pavilion, Bank Midwest. This building was our multi-use building. The Town Pavilion was huge, there was a ton of different businesses and offices in this building as well as a bank. The building would also hold special events like wedding receptions. There were restaurants, a bank, and many other offices in the building. The building is beneficial to the city, because they can go to one place for multiple uses, and the city then has other lots to build other businesses
Observation is a data collection approach in which researchers use all of their senses to scrutinize people in usual settings or naturally transpiring situations, where as, a Participant Observation is an approach in which Participant observers study people in their natural environment, obtaining a depth of vision into behaviour that comes not simply from close, detailed, methodical observation but also from the researcher's own experiences within the group being studied, a method that provides first hand insights into why people behave as they do. To be a Participant observer it needs a great deal of skills,courage, commitment and the risk of life is associated with it, like doing a research on a gang. A researcher has to learn the culture
Listen to others. When listening to others, people learn how others feel. People will tell you about their life, the good and bad times. It will help you grow as a person and learn how to be