In interpersonal communication, chatting is a very important way. Through chatting, we can get to know each other better and build a close relationship. So, how can we get closer through chatting? Here are some suggestions:
1. Listen to the other party
When chatting with the other person, stay focused and listen to the other person with your full attention.
Don’t interrupt the other person’s speech, and try to avoid interrupting or taking over the topic.
Show your concern and interest through positive body language and eye contact.
2. Express empathy
During the chat, try to express empathy from the other party to understand their feelings and thoughts.
Express your empathy with short responses, such as "I know how you feel" or "I've been through the same thing."
Avoid oversharing your story and let the other person be the center of attention.
3. Ask questions and expand the topic
Guide the conversation through questions and let The other person has the opportunity to express his/her views and feelings.
Avoid asking closed questions and instead choose open questions to give the other person more room to answer.
After the other party has finished answering, you can further expand the topic and discuss it in depth.
4. Pay attention to non-verbal communication
In addition to verbal communication, also Pay attention to the other person's nonverbal signals.
Observe the other person’s facial expressions, postures and gestures to get more information.
Respond to each other’s non-verbal signals in a timely manner to enhance mutual understanding.
5. Respect each other
During the chat, respect each other’s Opinions and perspectives.
Don’t criticize or belittle each other’s ideas easily, and maintain a friendly and tolerant attitude.
Give the other person enough space and time to express their ideas.
Through the above methods, we can chat with others better and get closer to each other. Remember, chatting is an interactive process, and you must pay attention to listening and respecting each other. Only by truly caring about others can we build deep emotional bonds.
