How space is the part of nonverbal communication

Space is also part of non-verbal communication and expert have proved that space also have some meaning Communication also influenced by space. Space as used in nonverbal communication in included the size of a physical area, proximity to another person and obstacles between you and the person with whom you are speaking.

The size of a person’s office is an indication of importance within the hierarchy of an organization. The large the office, the higher the position. The amount of space people possess influences out attitude. When people stand too close or too far away, we are likely to feel ill at ease.

A person in charge wants to keep his or her most trusted aide nearby. Therefore, the proximity of an employee to a supervisor communicates non-verbally the importance of the employee within the organization.

The employee’s importance also may be indicated non-verbally by parking space location by office size and location, or by seating location at meeting.

Research has shown that eliminating obstacles such as desks, chairs, and tables will improve oral communication between individuals. The communication will improve if both communicators are on the same level, sitting or standing. The distance will vary with individuals from different cultures.

In the USA the need for personal space in two person‘s conversation is about 18 inches. The need for space is less in many Middle Eastern countries and more in Scandinavian countries.

Here are some Examples which are showing some messages please have a kind look and try to read the message conveyed by these pictures.

Pictorial Explanation of Space as a part of Non- verbal Communication.

How space is the part of nonverbal communication