Conversational rituals help establish rapport from "summary" of Conversational Style by Deborah Tannen
Think about a handshake. It's a simple gesture, but it carries a lot of meaning in our everyday interactions. When we shake hands with someone, we are engaging in a conversational ritual that helps establish rapport. It's a way of saying, "I see you, I acknowledge you, I am here with you in this moment." These conversational rituals are like the glue that holds our interactions together. They create a sense of connection and mutual understanding between people. Without these rituals, conversations can feel awkward and disjointed, lacking the smooth flow that comes with established rapport. Rituals like shaking hands, making eye contact, and using appropriate greetings are all ways in which we signal our engagement and ope...
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