The Big Bang Theory

We examine nonverbal communication-the process of intentionally or unintentionally signaling meaning through behavior other than words (Knapp & Hall, 2010).  This definition encompasses a variety of actions, such as gestures, tone of voice, and eye behavior, as well as all aspects of physical appearance (O’Hair & Wiemann, p. 128, 2012).

The Big Bang Theory based on the nonverbal communication. I recognized the four characters that seem to be attending college. As they sat in the cafeteria talking or joking with each other, one can see their facial expression expressing joy: smile, gesture and sometimes frowns.

The four college friends I seen or assumption were enjoying the college culture life of their surrounding

Their physical appearances were causal attire, for example, jeans, tee shirts, and sneaks.  The setting was in a school’s cafeteria eating lunch. There was a food vendor machine, and other students in the background studying.

The assumption I made about the sitcom would be correct. The Big Bang Theory clues of nonverbal behaviors gave me a sense of fun times, college roommates, and enjoyed the college life with a big bang!

What I have learned from this experience is that nonverbal communication is communicative.

As I watch the sitcom, the setting indicated the college life; the physical appearance displayed causal attire, and smiles and gestures signaling funny languages going on at the table

It may be nonvocal, indicating that the voice not used, but it is still a language with gestures as symbols (rather than spoken words) and, with its own strict grammar rules (O’Hair & Wiemann, p.128, 2012).

The insight I have for my colleagues is that nonverbal communication is more believable than verbal communication. It expressed spontaneous feelings such as joy and expressed rapport with others such as friendship and roommates. Studies show that nonverbal behavior carries more importance than verbal behavior (O’Hair & Wiemann, p. 130, 2012).

Reference:

O'Hair, D., & Wiemann, M. (2012). Real communication: An introduction. New York: Bedford/St. Martin's.