Differences between Assertive and Aggressive Communication - Assignment Example

Assertive communication is preferable over aggressiveness, which is self-oriented and denies others' rights.

1. Gregor's parents asked him how he liked the concert last night. Gregor responded, Wow, it was totally bad! I'm going out to get their CD. His parents wonder, If the concert was bad, why would you want to get their CD? Explain the language barrier most likely involved in this exchange

The exchange between Gregor and his parents is marred by a language barrier. His response about the concert shows how he liked it, but the words state otherwise. His intention to buy the CD, further, shows that he enjoyed the concert.  He intends to state that the concert was good, but uses the opposite word due to lack of the right word.

2. What is a worldview and how does our worldview affect our interpretation of our experiences?

Worldview refers to the personal or cultural perceptions of people about key beliefs and issues such as life, God, and death which influence the interaction with others. Personal worldview may be so pervasive that many may not even be aware of it (Steven A. Beebe, Susan J. Beebe, Mark V. Redmond, 2013). The worldview shapes all aspects of peoples’ lives, their seeing and thought patterns. As such, it affects how people interpret their experiences.

3. Explain how gender may play an important role in how we interpret verbal messages.

Gender plays a role in peoples’ interpretation of verbal messages due to its psychological and emotional characteristics. Emotions attached to the gender speak in the verbal exchanges.

4. What are three benefits that can be derived from using nonsexist language?

One, nonsexist language is beneficial in the sense that it removes gender discrimination in communication. Besides, it creates neutrality in communication which is professional and good, especially in workplaces (Steven A. Beebe, Susan J. Beebe, Mark V. Redmond, 2013).  Nonsexist communication is also beneficial as it recognizes the equality of both genders thus making both sexes comfortable.