1.7 List and explain five fundamental principles of communication.

Five principles are fundamental to good communication.

1. Be aware of your communication with yourself and others. Being mindful of your communication is important to help you improve your communication.

2. Effectively use and interpret verbal messages. Words are powerful and influence our thoughts, actions, and relationships with others.

3. Effectively use and interpret nonverbal messages. Unspoken cues provide important information about our emotions, feelings, and attitudes.

4. Listen and respond thoughtfully to others. Being able to interpret the messages of others accurately enhances comprehension and relational empathy.

5. Appropriately adapt messages to others. It is important to adapt messages to others to enhance both understanding and empathy.