#RandomThoughts #Communication #Misunderstanding #ListenClosely
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you couldn’t quite hear what someone was saying, so they repeated it back slowly as if the speed was the problem rather than the volume? 🤔 It’s a common occurrence that many of us have faced, leading to moments of confusion and frustration. In this article, we’ll delve into this phenomenon and explore ways to effectively navigate these communication challenges.
## The Speed vs. Volume Dilemma
When faced with the scenario of not being able to hear someone clearly, our natural inclination is to assume that the issue lies with the speed at which they are speaking rather than the volume. This assumption can lead to misunderstandings, as the speaker may repeat themselves at a slower pace without addressing the actual volume of their voice. This can further complicate the situation and result in a breakdown in communication.
## Real-Life Examples
Imagine being in a crowded restaurant with friends, trying to engage in conversation amidst the noise and chatter around you. Your friend starts telling a story, but you struggle to hear their words over the background noise. In an attempt to be helpful, they repeat themselves at a slower pace, assuming that this will solve the problem. However, you find yourself still unable to decipher their words, leading to a feeling of disconnect and frustration.
## Tips for Effective Communication
To overcome the speed vs. volume dilemma in communication, consider the following tips:
1. **Ask for Clarification:** If you’re having trouble hearing someone, don’t hesitate to ask them to speak up rather than repeat themselves at a slower pace. This can help address the issue at its root and improve the clarity of the conversation.
2. **Find a Quiet Space:** When possible, try to move to a quieter environment where background noise is minimized. This can make it easier to hear and understand the person you are speaking to.
3. **Use Visual Cues:** In situations where verbal communication is challenging, consider using visual cues such as hand gestures or facial expressions to supplement the conversation and aid in understanding.
By being proactive and addressing communication challenges head-on, you can navigate the speed vs. volume dilemma more effectively and foster clear, meaningful interactions with others. Remember, effective communication is a two-way street that requires both parties to actively participate and engage in the conversation. 🗣👂
In conclusion, the next time you find yourself in a situation where you can’t hear what someone says and they repeat it back slowly, consider the volume rather than the speed as the potential issue. By being mindful of these nuances in communication, you can enhance your listening skills and create more harmonious interactions with those around you. So, listen closely, speak clearly, and strive for open, authentic communication in all your interactions. #CommunicationIsKey
They slow down so that the words are more clearly heard.
If you just responded with “what did you say?” or something equivalent, then the person who spoke doesn’t know if it was the volume or the speed or the word choice that was the problem. So typically, they pick one, alter it, and say it again.
Usually when I don’t hear what someone says it’s because they started talking before getting my attention. Usually it’s a long sentence ending with my name so the only part I hear is my name. Other than that, actual volume is rarely the issue, more commonly they’re not speaking clearly or talking away from me.
Oh, honey. Bless your heart. They do that because they don’t think you are very bright. 🫤
Could be volume, could be speed, could be clarity. Speaking slowly helps with two of those.
Is it weird when I don’t hear my young son he actually gets quieter when repeating himself
So often I’ll get someone to come closer so I can hear them, but they automatically lower their voice as the gap closes.
No, bitch! Keep the same volume, otherwise it’s just exactly the same situation!
I prefer slowly because half the time they’re mumbling or not speaking directly at me like I’m supposed to stop time to listen to them.
Ahhh the difference between hearing and understanding?
If your sampling rate is not sufficiently high you can reduce fidelity lost by reducing the frequency of the signal. In layman’s term speaking slowly makes it more easily understood.
Same thing with transmitting through a noisy medium you can reduce signal lost by reducing data rate.
Sometimes it helps you hear specific sounds and you end up understanding better.
Usually when someone repeats back, they usual clearer enunciation
I like it when people do that it helps me understand what they were saying
I have the opposite problem. People say things so fast the syllabals are jumbled and when I ask to repeat they get louder. It does not help.
Unless you don’t hear the second time either. Then they scream out of frustration.
I highly doubt the slowdown is for any other reason than annoyance because you made them repeat themselves. Haw dare you make them do that!
To be fair a lot of people kind of make it unclear whether it is speed, volume, or understanding that is lacking
they usually just stand in there in front of you saying “what” or “huh” over and over again and just expect you to figure out which three of those it is
It would be a lot easier if instead They say something more clear like “sorry I couldn’t hear you could you speak louder” or “I’m having trouble following along can you slow down and explain things a little more”
That’s not the annoying thing that I find happens. Instead of repeating the one word I didn’t hear, they start to EXPLAIN the concepts and background of what they said, which is always unnecessary, and still don’t tell me what the word is.
My favorite is when somebody says A, B, and C. I say “What?” because I didn’t hear C. They repeat A and B.
My wife will only repeat part of what she said, but not enough to piece together what she was saying or asking. I used to have to ask follow-up questions or tell her what I thought I heard. It’s like she thinks I didn’t comprehend what she said rather than simply not hearing.
My hearing is also getting worse so I rely on reading lips more and more and she often turns her head away from me while she’s speaking so I don’t get the whole thing.
I’ve gotten to the point where I occasionally just say, “that’s interesting” and leave it at that. If it’s important I’m sure it’ll come up again.
Sometimes it is the speed, or rather the enunciation. Often I’m talking to somebody who just tries to cram as many words in as few breaths as possible. Believe it or not, but saying one word at a time actually helps make the words easier to understand.
I have never experienced that. Do you have an accent?
Dude my boss will repeat the same thing at the same volume and cadence over and over again. He’s very soft spoken and it’s irritating sometimes but better than the alternative lol.
Sometimes the speed _is_ the problem
What always seems to happen to me, is that I don’t register what was said, so I’ll say, “what?” and then they’ll just repeat the last part of what they said, which is the part that I heard, and not the beginning part, which is the missing context that I needed for the statement to make sense.