Non-verbal communication in public transport
When we take the subway or the bus, we find ourselves in a crowded space where non-verbal communication plays a crucial role. Instead of looking directly into other people’s eyes, we often choose to look away and avoid direct eye contact. This behavior can be a way of avoiding intimacy with strangers, despite being physically close. Instead of looking at people directly, we often look for a fixed point like a cell phone to avoid direct eye contact and maintain distance. This can create a sense of physical closeness but emotional distance.
Non-verbal communication in personal relationships
In personal relationships, non-verbal communication also plays an important role. Often, when meeting people who need help or support, we can avoid looking them directly in the eye and look away. This behavior may be a way to protect us from the emotional intimacy that could arise from direct eye contact. While we may feel empathy and understanding towards these people, we often choose to maintain an emotional distance through non-verbal communication.
Non-verbal communication in everyday interactions
In everyday interactions, such as in the supermarket or other public places, non-verbal communication also influences our relationships. Many times, we avoid maintaining direct eye contact with others, even when interacting with cashiers or other people. This behavior can be a way of maintaining emotional distance and avoiding genuine human connection. Although we might have the opportunity to share a brief conversation or more personal interaction, we often choose to maintain an emotional barrier through non-verbal communication.
The importance of overcoming the fear of non-verbal communication
In today’s urban life, non-verbal communication often separates us from others, despite physical proximity. Fear of emotional intimacy may be one of the factors that lead to this behavior. However, overcoming this fear and initiating more genuine interactions through non-verbal communication can enrich our human relationships and connections. A simple gesture like maintaining direct eye contact and saying hello can be the first step in overcoming this barrier and establishing more authentic connections with others in everyday life.
