People often mistakenly think that communication is just about the words we speak, but nothing could be further from the truth. Without words, we can still communicate and words alone can deceive. This video is a song called More than Words by Extreme. I don't know anything about the band, but I like what this song says. It takes more than "I love you" to show someone you do. Anyone can say the words, but to truly convey love takes much "More than Words."
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It's Friday Funnies here on Communication FUNdamentals and time for fun with words. This week I bring you some not so famous dog breeds:
Collapso: part Collie and part Lhasa Apso. A dog that folds up for easy transporting!
Peekasso: part Pekingnese and part Lhasa Apso. An abstract dog.
Terribull: part Terrier and part Bulldog. A dog that makes awful mistakes.
Blabrador: Bloodhound + Labrador. A dog that barks incessantly
Moot Point: Malamute and Pointer. Owned by ... oh, well, it doesn't matter anyway
Commute: Collie and Malamute. A dog that travels to work with you
Pointsetter: Pointer and Setter. A traditional Christmas pet
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Weasel Words are a dead give away that you are nervous or not sure of yourself. Weasel Words and phrases exhaust you and suck all the power out of your communication. They zap your leadership, curtail your effectiveness and destroy your credibility. So what are Weasel Words? What's wrong with this picture? FRED: "Ok people, settle down now. Shhhh... Ok. I'm gonna go ahead and ask that you all quiet down so we can get some work done here. I know you are all anxious about our trip, but I'm gonna ask that you all focus now. Rehearsals start at 6pm and I'd like to ask that each one of you respects, you know, everyone's time...well, my time... I'm gonna...
Creative forms of communication can be entertaining, but they can also educate us, inform us, help us develop our powers of observation and sharpen our skills. This week's Friday Funny is a creative quiz designed to help sharpen our minds, think critically and develop active listening skills. However, if you have fun while spending time here at Communication FUNdamentals on Friday Funnies Day, so be it! Can you name these famous movies? ================================================================================ 1. ================================================================================ 2. ================================================================================ 3. ================================================================================ 4. ================================================================================ 5. ================================================================================ 6. ================================================================================ The more quickly you are able to make connections, the more easily you will be able to search your mind for examples to illustrate your point in conversation. Keep your mind agile and get used...
The political climate is heating up even more since the health care bill passed. I understand that an overwhelming majority of the American people want it repealed. People are angry at the process that was used to get this bill passed as well as the fact that it did pass. I don't agree with what the President and Democrats have done either, but this is NOT the way to persuade your case! I've been preaching about speaking in grace and with respect for YEARS, especially when it comes to political and religious issues. Not only is speaking with respect, godly and morally right, it's simply more effective. Notice how he puts his hand on the shoulder of those he tries...
