Intangible Differences: Perception and Motivation

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Selective Perception allows us to not only block out things that are there, but also to see more things than are there. It is a way for us to choose from among the many things within our range of perception those that we will notice, and ______ out the rest.

block

The most strongest motivations are those that are most personal. We are motivated by money, fame, power, love, status, security, skill, ambition, etc. Motivation can be both ______ or negative.

positive

Ego defensiveness is a response pattern in which a person who follows this pattern sees a disagreement as a personal ______.

attack

A closed way of thinking, especially about abstract topics, such as religion and politics. The person with tunnel vision is one who has firmly fixed ideas. Tunnel Vision is a form of ______.

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Negative emotions are almost always obstacles to good communication! This is especially true if the emotion is uncontrolled, unfocused, or ______.

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Distortion barriers in communication can arise from various sources such as distractions and semantic problems. Distractions occur where people are constantly coming in and leaving for one reason or another, and experienced the frustration that is created by this distracting traffic flow. Semantic Problems refer to distortion in communication that comes from ______.

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Match the following concepts with their descriptions:

Selective Perception = Allows us to choose what we notice within our perception range Motivation = Strongest when personal, can be positive or negative Ego Defensiveness = Sees disagreement as a personal attack Distortion Barriers = Arise from distractions and semantic problems Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their meanings:

Tunnel Vision = Closed way of thinking with firmly fixed ideas Negative Emotions = Obstacles to good communication if uncontrolled or unfocused Perception = Limited by physical and psychological screens Distractions = Frustration caused by constant traffic flow Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of motivations with examples:

Money = Example of a strong motivation Love = Example of a personal motivation Ambition = Can drive both positive and negative behaviors Security = Motivation related to safety and stability Signup and view all the answers

Match the following communication barriers with their characteristics:

Semantic Problems = Distortion due to different meanings for sender and receiver Selective Perception = Allows us to block out things and see more than there actually are Ego Defensiveness = Response pattern seeing disagreement as personal attack Negative Emotions = Obstacles to effective communication if not controlled Signup and view all the answers

Match the following obstacles to good communication with their effects:

Distractions = Constant interruptions causing frustration Ego Defensiveness = Seeing disagreements as personal attacks hindering dialogue Negative Emotions = Uncontrolled emotions obstructing clear communication Tunnel Vision = Closed-mindedness with firmly fixed ideas affecting understanding Signup and view all the answers

Match the following barriers in communication with their sources:

Semantic Problems = Distortion due to words or expressions having different meanings Distractions = Frustration caused by constant traffic flow in conversation Selective Perception = Ability to choose what we notice within our perception range Ego Defensiveness = Response pattern interpreting disagreements as personal attacks Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Selective Perception

Allows individuals to block out certain stimuli while focusing on others within their perception range.
Facilitates the ability to notice personal motivations and interests among distractions.

Motivations

Strongest motivations include personal drivers: money, fame, power, love, status, security, skill, and ambition.
Motivations can be both positive, propelling individuals forward, or negative, creating resistance.

Ego Defensiveness

Describes a pattern where disagreement is perceived as a personal attack.
Often linked to closed-mindedness on abstract topics like religion and politics.

Tunnel Vision

Represents a fixed mindset, where individuals display narrow perspectives on issues.
Considered a form of cognitive rigidity, limiting openness to new ideas.

Obstacles to Communication

Negative emotions can hinder effective communication; the impact is heightened when emotions are uncontrolled or unfocused.
Distortion barriers arise from distractions and semantic issues:
- Distractions include interruptions from people entering and leaving a space, causing frustration.
- Semantic problems involve misinterpretations of messages due to differences in language or meaning.

Communication Barriers

Understanding different types of communication barriers and their characteristics is crucial for effective interaction.
Recognizing sources of obstacles can improve communication and reduce misunderstandings.

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Explore the concept of perception and motivation in understanding how we perceive the world around us. Learn about selective perception and its role in filtering information. Delve into the motivations that drive our behaviors.