Week 1: axioms of comms article Flashcards
What is the difference between message and interaction?
message = a single communicational unit
Interaction = a series of messages
Why is the axiom one cannot not communicate valid? (2)
Inactivy or activity all sends a message
there is no opposite to behavior
What is the report aspect of communication?
It is related to the data so the actual content of the message
What is the command aspect of communication
It is related to the instructions so it is about relationships statements. how do you define something
What specific sub type of information is command about?
Information about the information; thus meta communication
What can lead to struggles in interpersonal relationships?
Different views on joint experiences; thus punctuation
what is analogical communication?
Non-verbal communication
What is schismogenesis?
a process of differentiation in the norms of individual behavior resulting from cumulative interaction between individuals –> one’s relationship is not a static good but subject to change –> example; leader becomes more dominant and followers more submissive
What is complementary schismogenesis
A pattern of interaction that elicits complementary or opposing behavior
What is symmetrical schismogenesis
A pattern of interaction that elicits symmetrical or mirroring behavior
What is metacomplementary schismogenesis?
A pattern of interaction where A forces B to lead
What are the 5 axioms of human communication? (5)
- One cannot not communicate
- Every comms has a content and relationship aspect
- Nature of a relationship is dependent upon the punctuation of communicational sequences
- We communicate both digitally and analogue
- All communication interchanges are either symmetrical or complementary
