Context
Affects comm because it sets the tone.
5 types of context
Psychological context
Mindset of the individual involved, what might be influencing their mood, emotions, mental health.
Physical context
proximity of the com. Intimacy- eye contact, less anonymity, more interaction.
Colors of a room, lighting, décor .
Social context
Role and status. Who are you to each other. Wide roles in your life. Comm differ as a student, or daughter.
Cultural context
Group of people and their norms of behavior. Traditions, perceptions of beauty.physical influences cultural.
Temporal context
Time of the day for the convo. EX: special time of the month, end of the month (bills) . time of the year