There are a few struggles in communication I have personally and professionally that link together in different aspects of my life. I have always been a rather shy person and sometimes it’s hard for me to communicate to my friends and family as well as my colleges at work. As I’ve become older I have improved many of my communication skills but I still sometimes struggle with a few things that I continue to try and improve on as I get older.
One of the skills I have struggled with in my life is being able to tell a person how I really feel about a situation that is bothering me. I am not confrontational at all and I tend to hold things in and that is never really the right solution to use. I have kept things inside for too long before and ended up getting in huge blow out fights with some of my best friends and also one of my colleges at my old job. Now that I have experienced those fights it has made me realize how important clear communication is, no matter what the circumstance may be.
Lately, I have done much better telling people how I feel (obviously in a nice manor) and it has really helped me to better myself as a person. I feel much more at peace with my life. Being a part of the communication department adds to that growth in my communication skills. I have taken a few different types of communication courses and they have all helped me improve my skills in one way or another. I am thankful to be a part of the department and classes even though I am a public relations major.
That is great that you are able to recognize your struggle and are able to work on it. The fact that you know what you need to do to improve that is a big stepping stone. Comm classes will definitely help! We all have struggles in communication, even comm majors. Stick to it girl!
ReplyDeleteIt is definitely tough to speak your mind about something when you know you might hurt someone's feelings. Other times it feels like the best option is to keep quiet about something to avoid "rocking the boat." But what I really like about this department is that you learn techniques to avoid harmful confrontations and promote mutually beneficial conversations in order to better interpersonal relationships. Remember, it takes two people to have an argument!! If you don't snap back or become angry, then you can guide the conversation to something more productive.
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