Communication between individuals is one of the first things, we as humans, learn to do after we are born, and maybe after conception. Communication is done through SO many avenues. Speaking, emailing, text, writing, quacking, barking, tweeting, buzzing, hissing, and any other form of feelings expressed, as long as you get your message across to whom either your directing it to. Yes, every creature does communicate to us or other creatures. But, it is how you communicate that matters.
When you speak, your facial features say so much more to that person (or animal) than the words you speak. Your tone of voice and emphasis on certain words gives your words a whole different meaning and context. Even dogs know the meaning as your facial features change. They recognize your feeling pretty quick and respond to that. Like humans, dogs and cats recognize when you are sad, angry, happy etc.
Some people have a hard time TRULY communicating to friends and loved ones for fear of opening up too much to their inner self, or maybe offending someone, so they either don't speak or smooth it over in the conversation. Eyes tell a lot.
When dealing with a spouse, friend, relative, co-worker, employee, boss, or just an acquaintance, the way we get our point over to them is crucial to remember to choose your words carefully, be aware of your facial movements, and also the emphasis on certain words. This is extremely important interviews for jobs, relationships, friendships, and so many other scenarios. Much like everyday life.
As we've traveled to different countries in the world, I found that different languages have different emphasises on words we don't have. On the other side, we may have and they don't. So if I say something in English, it may not mean the same thing in their language and could offend them, or make you look foolish. Also our words in English may have many different meanings in their language. Just an up swing, or down swing in the tone or word can mean something totally different. It is kinda like talking to "Yoda" from Star Wars. "He walked on the road, he did." As Yoda would say.
Deaf people have their own way of communicating with 'signing'. They too can put emphasis on certain words and with facial features.
Since English is commonly known as the Universal Language, I believe that eventually that will change to Spanish because the Spanish population is increasing fast and the English speaking population is decreasing.
Communication is an essential and important part of our everyday lives. We have to be aware of what and how we communicate to others, no matter who or what they are. Speaking with truth and honesty is good, but speaking so that no one gets hurt and still be honest is even better.
With all that, I hope you will communicate with me by commenting and please follow all of (or some of my out-there thoughts) our travels and experiences.
Next Sunday's edition may be delayed during us going camping and communicating with friends and nature. Take care and stay safe.
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