Communication is the base foundation of any relationship. Whether it`s with family or with friends and co-workers, communication is the key to a quiet and peaceful environment. Communication is a two way process so it involves two people. Through communication we send information and messages and of course it needs a receiver and a sender. For the communication to be a success the message that is send has to be understood. Communication has two base types : verbal and nonverbal. Verbal one is divided in 3 : oral, writing and email. Nonverbal is body language and face mimics.

Nonverbal communication counts as much as the verbal one. People usually don`t give so much importance to communication and conversation. From little kids we learn how to communicate and to have a conversation and when growing up it comes naturally. But communication is the key in any relationship and we should pay more attention to the way we are expressing our thoughts. When we speak we choose one type of communication for each situation. Here are four types of communication that are often used:  assertive, aggressive, passive and passive-aggressive. The assertive one is practically the one we use every day. It comes naturally and it`s usually the best way to communicate. But sadly, few people select this kind of communication. The second one involves manipulation and making people do what we want them to do by using all kinds of techniques like : anger and intimidation. The third one, passive communication is used usually by people who believe that by not talking and not expressing their point of view they avoid an argument. Passives choose to not react than to not stand up for what they believe in, just because it`s more safe. This is usually a tactic for those who are more shy and don`t really have confidence in themselves.

Passive –aggressive communication is the worst one. Unfortunately many people use it to get even. By avoiding confrontation and using manipulation to get revenge, you don`t really solve anything. In order to have a great communication the best thing is to adopt a style that fits your character. The key is to not scream and yeal, to watch your tone of voice and express what you want to say in a calm and clear way. By doing this , the other person will understand more better what is your problem and the situation has an  easy way out.

People in today`s society are very stressed and have many problems, either with family or with work. Communication is the last thing they have in mind, so when it comes to talking about something , they don`t have the patience to stay and listen and they use other methods to have their way. These four types of communication are the most used ones, and it`s the result of lack of communication. People are hard-headed and if they don`t like something they reject it from the beginning. This is not the way to solve things. Try to listen and to understand  and your conversation will certainly improve itself with a little help.