Week 3

Do you find yourself communicating differently with people from different groups and cultures?
• yes


If yes, in what ways do you communicate differently?

•  I was recently in a relationship with this guy from Monaco, we had a difficult time communicating, not because we are from different backgrounds, but because he refused to listen to me and understand what I would say. After I realized he didn't understand how I communicated, I began cutting my sentences down to a few words, the main words in the sentence so he would understand. He also said I talked too fast, which was another reason he couldn't understand when I talked. For example, I asked him in his family are women seen and not heard? He didn't understand what I was saying, I had to change the form of my original question 3 times.
• When I talk to my co-workers I have to change my vocabulary to sound intelligent, I couldn't use street jargon or everyday verbiage. I work with foster parents, therapist, and social workers, so how I communicate is very important.