Sunday, May 08, 2005
Communicate! vs. Expression
That word is funny when used in the imperative. Like a command. I think alot about communication- I feel that pressure of having everything I say be properly and accurately understood by those I am communicating to. I even feel that pressure, to be communicating to someone specifically. Why cant I just say or do something and be content that people probably will misunderstand? Why cant I just influence and maybe people will go in a direction instead of haveing my concrete articulated sentiment tucked away inside them? Is communication communication if others dont get it or is it simply a monologue? furthermore do they have to agree? I would say almost all disagree. They nod as though they might understand but they disagree unless it is some vague sentiment that doesnt take a stand. Like "art is good" well what is art? what do you mean it is good? what is your measurement of good? is it simply your taste? a concrete measuring tool? What? We say body languge is a large % of communication whether we like it or not but we use so many words. Is it just a nervous habit? I hate the feeling when you know people either just dont get it or they disagree. Why cant we be free to express without the pressure of communication?
hd 2:40 PM