+280 You are responsible for what you say, not for what others understand. amirite?

by Anonymous 12 years ago

Actually, this is a major misconception about communication. It is equally important that you make sure you send the desired message. The receiver should confirm what they heard, but they are not solely responsible for any misunderstandings.

by Anonymous 12 years ago

Yeah it's not my fault if I say I love you, but you thought I said I hate you and then it ruins both our lives.

by Anonymous 12 years ago

It's also about the //way// you say it because tone has a big effect on what others understand.

by Anonymous 12 years ago

Not always. I think that it is just as important to make sure that things you say aren't offensive to others; just because you don't feel it's offensive doesn't mean you're not responsible for offending someone with your words.

by Anonymous 12 years ago

I agree with some of the commenters; making sure the other person understands is important in conversation, and if you don't, you're just being rude. If someone asks "how do I turn up the volume?" and you reply "push the button", don't expect them to know which button you're talking about.

by Anonymous 12 years ago

So yea ur responsible for what you said..... If u didn't explain it okay ur responsibility but If others don't understand after you made it clear or understand things the way they want to then ur not

by Anonymous 12 years ago