Types Of Communicators Flashcards
What is a passive communicator?
Go along with what other people want
Do not protest or resist when challenged
What is verbal communication for a passive communicator?
Soft-spoken or tentative
Apologetic
What is nonverbal communication of a passive communicator?
Poor eye contact
Hunched posture
Excessive nodding
What are the consequences of being a passive communicator?
Lowered self-esteem
False feelings of inferiority
Disrespected/pitied by others
What is an aggressive communicator?
Try to get their way through bullying and intimidation
Do not consider rights of others
Attack the person, not the problem
What are verbal signs of an aggressive communicator?
Loud voice
Many “you” statements
What are nonverbal signs of an aggressive communicator?
Staring, narrow eyes
Finger pointing
Tense, rigid posture
What are consequences of an aggressive communicator?
Guilt
Anger/disrespect/fear from others
Lowered self-esteem
What is an assertive communicator?
Expresses feelings and thoughts without hurting others
Defends attitudes and beliefs respectfully
Attack the problem, not the person
What are verbal signs of an assertive communicator?
“I” statements
Firm voice
What are nonverbal signs of an assertive communicator?
Direct eye contact
Relaxed posture
What are the (positive) consequences of an assertive communicator?
Higher self-esteem
Respect to others and self
Respect from others
