An Essential Guide to Interpersonal Communication

Virtually every human endeavor involves interpersonal communication. Leading Christian scholar and media commentator Quentin Schultze and respected professor of communication Diane Badzinski offer a solid Christian perspective on the topic helping readers communicate with faith skill and virtue in their interpersonal relationships. Designed as a companion to Schultze's successful An Essential Guide to Public Speaking this inviting book provides biblical wisdom on critical areas of interpersonal communication: gratitude listening self-assessment forgiveness trust encouragement peace and fidelity. Given the rapid rise and widespread use of social media the book also integrates intriguing insights from the latest research on the influence of social media on interpersonal relationships. It includes engaging stories and numerous sidebars featuring practical lists definitions illustrations and biblical insights.