Interpersonal ties

thoughts is something I struggle with. I have always been a person who cares too much about the opinions of others or is constantly worried about people and situations I have no power over. In “If You Were Coming in the Fall” the author shows a deep interpersonal struggle with giving the people she loves too much influence over her that she cannot control. Because of this, I enjoyed reading these true accounts revealing how the author was feeling because it causes me to feel a sense of normalcy…

of guanxi through a comparison of Gifts, Favors, and Banquets and Anxious Wealth. A significant historical continuity evident in guanxi is its concern for renqing (human feelings). Renqing is concerned with both the bond and ethics surrounding interpersonal relations between father-son,…

First they took the Humor Styles Questionnaire which had 32 questions to evaluate the four different types of humor using a seven point scale (1= completely disagree, 7= completely agree). Next they took the Interpersonal Support Evaluation List which is used to gauge social support. The Interpersonal Support Evaluation List consisted of 12 questions which were answered using a 4 point scale (1= definitely false, 4= definitely true). Next they took the Beck Depression Inventory which is a 21…

Civil Communication and Interpersonal Relationships Almost every second of every day in our lives revolves around relationships. Understanding the different types of communication and how to communicate effectively in our interpersonal relationships with others are very important parts of everyday life. The relationships we have with our friends and family shape how we think and act; therefore, in order to get the most out of these relationships, we must learn how to communicate effectively and…

he is reliving in therapy. Another strength is Antwone being able to tell his story as if it was happening in the present. A weakness of Gestalt therapy that relates to Antwone is that he has a hard time expressing himself. This particular therapy ties into role playing and acting out and Antwone is unable to successfully express how he feels to…

Throughout my childhood, I was consistently using communication technology to interact with others. I enjoy technology and figuring out how to use effectively use it effectively in my life. Because I was shy at a young age, I saw technology as way to communicate with kids my age and to escape reality. I use my phone to check my Facebook, Instagram, and email accounts when I am not near a computer. When I am working on homework at home, I use my laptop to check social media websites. I generally…

1 The approach to African societies In Africa the societal structure of the African community is based on a social horizon. This is a subjective concept based on a single individual’s point of view. Though both the subjective and objective concepts are closely linked, age and gender plays roles in their behavior. When looking at the cultural differences and the history unfolding in Africa this chapter touched on the three essential marks of the nineteenth century: the traditional, the colonial,…

Love it or hate it, it won't ever go away. No, not the angst of those extra 10 pounds; what I'm talking about is conflict. The fact is that as long as we are alive and breathing it will be there, often when we least expect it and especially when we don't want it. It is as natural to relationships as caring. In fact, if you really understand the essence of conflict, it is actually good for you.....at least when you look back at what you learned from it. Even genie's who pop out of bottles know…

Trouble in Paradise: The Effects of Mortality Salience on the Willingness to Repair Troubled Close Relationships among Older Adults Laura Carstensen once said, “When we recognize that we don’t have all the time in the world, we see our priorities more clearly”. According to terror management theory (TMT; Greenberg, Pyszczynski, & Solomon, 1986), many social behaviors and motivations are sculpted by the awareness that death is inevitable. An impressive body of research indicates that…

My Health Synopsis Physical wellness is the complete physical condition and functioning of the body. It can be reflected in the efficiency and ability a person can execute their day to day activities. Physical wellness can encompass how much sleep you’re getting, sunscreen use, responsible use of alcohol and drugs, and much more. Some ways you can be strong in this dimension is to exercise regularly for at least thirty minutes, drink plenty of water every day, and going to the doctor when ill…