Micah: An Analysis Of Interpersonal Conflict

In the second scenario, the parties in conflict are in a student-teacher relationship. Notably, the professor has the higher power in the relationship, and is better with usage of conflict styles than the student is. Furthermore, the results of the questionnaire determine that I exhibit very strong habits of collaboration in impersonal interpersonal conflict. “Integrating shows a high level of concern for one’s own goals, the goals of others, the successful solution of the problem, and the enhancement of the relationship” (Wilmot and Hocker 165), which I seem to possess even in an impersonal relationship. Particularly, the results of this situation, shows that I have strengths in avoidance, compromise, and accommodation-conflict styles. I understand my stance in this circumstance, and acknowledge the fact that I could use some improvements in these habits when dealing with conflict. Notably, the following discusses the benefits of knowing my conflict

After reading this first chapter, I realized how important communication is. I think learning communication in this class will enlarge my personal communication theory that I have learnt in my entire life. At this moment, I am learning about communication everyday through my daily life since I am living and studying abroad. This situation makes me see the basic communication process from outsider’s perspective which helps me see things more clearly. Talking about chapter 1, I personally like the communication process model because it is interesting when I think back to myself when I communicate with people. For example, yesterday I fried spams for my girlfriend and myself for our breakfast. Her spams are really thin while my spams are obviously

Interpersonal conflict is “an expressed struggle between two interdependent parties who perceive incompatible goals, scarce resources, and interference from the other party in achieving their goals” (Floyd, 2011, p. 350). To fully understand conflict, the definition can be broken down further. As Kory Floyd (2011) describes, “conflict is an expressed struggle.” A conflict is not fully present until one party’s feelings are aware to the other party. This can be done through both verbal and nonverbal behaviors. Conflict occurs between interdependent parties as Floyd (2011) explains. A disagreement becomes a conflict if both parties depend on each other in some way. For example, the relationship between a child and their parents is a relationship that has high interdependence. If there is no dependence between the two parties, Floyd (2011) does not consider it interpersonal conflict, which I personally found interesting. The next part of the definition declares that conflict is about the goals the parties perceive see as incompatible. Incompatible, means that both party’s needs cannot be met. However, Floyd

The Interpersonal communication skill of feedback guide to specific benefits in within different social frameworks such as a workplace. Beebe, Beebe & & Redmond, (2014) explain the term Interpersonal communication as a singular and (dynamic) form of commmunication that appears in the daily life of every social being; underlining its importance in the construction and management of human relationships. In contrast to other forms of human communication, Interpersonal communication(it) involves a direct interaction between idividuals seen as unique, and in which the information shared lead to confine interpersonal relationships; promoting a sincere dialogue, and an authentic connection Beebe, Beebe & & Redmond, (2014). As part of realizing its

Wilmot and Hocker have stated in the Seventh Edition of Interpersonal Conflict that “[c]onflict is more than a disagreement; it is when people believe that another interferes with their interests and goals” (p. 62). When considering conflict, interests and goals are considered the same thing. There are four general types of interests and goals which are topic or content, relational, identity (or facework), and process; these together are easily remembered by using the acronym TRIP(Wilmot, 2007. p.63). To better describe and explain these types of goals, the following personal conflict will be used.

Conflicts in the workplace and interpersonal relationship are inevitable. Organizational conflict is common in the workplace because people always have divergent views on various issues, interests, ideologies, goals, and aspirations (Deutsch, 1990). Conflict exists in all kinds of environments because people compete for power, jobs, resources, security and recognition. People who seek power therefore, struggle with others for position or status within the group (Henry, 2009).

What is interpersonal communication? Interpersonal communication is a “selective, systemic process that allows people to reflect and build personal knowledge of one another and create shared meaning” (Wood, 2016, ppg 14). Selective is a less personal and less engaging manner of interpersonal communication. This would typically take place with a surveyor. The conversation would not really engage beyond the intent of the call. The other is systemic this means that it takes place in various fashions and there are several elements to the model. Interaction and engagement is more typical of a systemic way (Wood, 2016).

Communication is vital to the survival of humanity. Without communication, people tend towards insanity, desperately craving human interaction. Yet many, including myself, are uninterested in learning the ways of communication: how it works, how to communicate well, and how to listen well. Interpersonal communication is “…a transactional process involving participants who occupy different environments and create meaning and relationships through the exchange of messages,” (Adler 12). Communication skills are vital in any relationship or work environment; however, communication has many underlying and hidden factors affect the quality of interactions. Learning the mechanics of interpersonal communications increases job success, improves

With so many social media platforms and messaging applications all vying for people’s attention, managing which media to use and what information to disclose becomes increasingly complex and multifaceted. Since social media choices are rarely constrained by considerations of access and costs, theories of interpersonal communication have shifted from questions of access to questions of choice, i.e. how and why are individuals making use of the different multi-media channels that are available to them, which echoes past research on media choice in traditional communication settings before the advent of social media (Perse & Dunn 1998).

While observing Mrs. Discenza for the second time, the day started off in her usual manner of going through emails, checking the calendar, and making phones calls in her office. A student was called down to deal with a disciplinary issue of inappropriate dress. Mrs. Discenza referred to the student handbook to show the student what rule she was violating. She also explained why it is in the student’s best interest to dress following the provided guidelines. Mrs. Discenza was very professional and caring in the conversation with the young lady, since this conversation could have turned bad quite quickly. The student was then instructed to call home for a change of clothes. While the student called home, Mrs., Discenza composed and email to the parents explaining the meeting that had taken place. She said, “Following up anytime a student is in violation of the handbook requires a written document. I also make sure to respond to any parent concerns when the parent comes in with a change of clothes. One other thing is to remain professional when addressing clothing so not to be accused by the student that they are being perverted by looking at them. Therefore, eliminating any legal repercussions” (L. Discenza, personal communication, October 23, 2017). The student then waited in the office until her mother brought her another outfit. After the student incidence we had a few moments to discuss the goals of the team meetings that she would be attending during periods two and

Conflict is a complex behavior. It can occur on various levels as intrapersonal, interpersonal, intragroup, or intergroup. Intrapersonal conflicts occur within the person, whereas interpersonal conflict takes place between people. Likewise, intragroup conflict happens within one group of people and intergroup conflict occurs between two or more groups of people.

I believe in the importance of saying something kind to everyone. I personally try to give someone positive feedback, even when they do something wrong or just tell them that I still believe in them when they fail. I do not see this consistently enough in today’s society. I have learned from personal experience how much positive feedback can actually affect someone’s self-esteem or influence someone’s outlook on his or her life.

She believes that it is easier to communicate with someone if she knows he or she are on one accord. When receiving care from a healthcare provider, her family would be more comfortable and prefer an Asian physician. Thai people can be extremely quiet and not as engaging as they would be if the healthcare professional looks like them. W.S. considers her cultural group to be introverted and behave subtly (W.S., personal communication, September 7, 2017).

Communication is an inevitable part of everyday life. We use it to express our emotions, develop relationships, and interact with other people. When we say something it cannot be undone, which is why personal communication can positively or negatively affect those around us. Others will often believe something communicated to them repeatedly. They eventually begin to believe it is true or will come true and their behavior becomes consistent with the expectations. The theory of symbolic interaction or self-fulfilling prophecy comes up when someone accepts labels or judgments that have been communicated by others. Even if these labels are inaccurate, the person can ultimately internalize these messages and thus the self-fulfilling prophecy becomes true in the end.

We live in a society that is based on Individualism, rely on being independent and having the ability to make our own decisions. When I moved away from home to attend college, I became independent and had the ability to make my own decisions. When moving to college a big decision I had to make was where I was going to live and who I was going to live with. This year, I choose to live with two other friends in a big red house. At first it started off great, but the more time went by, conflict started to occur between my roommate and myself. Now with everything that has happened I am deciding if I want to still have a friendship with my roommate. Living in an individualistic society, I have the right to decide who I am friends with and who I don’t want to have a friendship with. Everyone at some point in their life has faced losing a friendship because of conflict and their own decisions. I will be trying to analyze this example from an interpersonal communication standpoint, by using the Social Exchange theory to help understand this social phenomenon.