According To Research, Silence Is An Effective Communication Tool Carried Out In These 5 Ways

Illustration of effective communication tools with silence that must be carried out appropriately (Freepik/wayhomestudio)

YOGYAKARTA Unlike the silent treatment, silence is effective communication according to research. But there are certain conditions so as not to injure or manipulate others if they use silent communication to improve the situation.

Communication is a way to unite. Without communication, ideas and needs cannot be expressed and understood by each other. However, communication is not just with words, body language or expression, text write, listen to, and visuals. Even silence, it also has a positive impact and is constructive. Even though it has a negative aspect, launching PsychCentral, Sunday, December 24, communicating quietly can be done in the following way so as not to miscommunicate or lead to unhealthy relationships.

According to research conducted in 2020, silence is a very productive means of communication. The first way that must be done is by using signs. When listening to other people in silence, use your eyes, body movements, and posture to show interest. For example establishing eye contact, nodding, or turning your body near your partner.

During important conversations, such as during job interviews, take a few seconds before you answer questions. This can prevent too many unnecessary words from saying and give the right words to select to respond.

When a person is silent, there may be many reasons. Apart from not trying to recognize the context, silence is also needed when you weigh the weight of the word. Silence is also a moment to absorb the situation so that you can respond appropriately without being too responsive leading to negative comments.

Silently, a person is better able to recognize and listen to the interlocutor carefully. For example, when silent in a conversation, there is the opportunity to understand the fundamental thoughts, feelings, and ideas that are trying to be communicated by the interlocutor.

Many manipulators choose the silent treatment to manipulate and get what they want. It is then important to understand and avoid bad motivation when communicating quietly. Secret communication used for the purpose of manipulating, will most likely cause communication disturbances and in some cases considered to be rude.

Silence needs to be used effectively. Whether while talking to friends or engaging in heated negotiations, practicing positive silent communication must be done at the right time.