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The Art of Positive Communication

Theory and Practice

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The Art of Positive Communication

Theory and Practice

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Description

Bridging both theory and practice, this book introduces students to Julien C. Mirivel's model of positive communication, an inspiring framework that has been shown to improve the way people communicate at home and at work.

The second edition offers expanded student engagement features, including new guided reflection exercises, research experiments, and meaningful self-assessments. The new edition also covers communication concepts such as resilience theory and computer-mediated communication, and effectively guides students to build their communication skills across their lifespan. This book is an ideal text for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in interpersonal communication courses and as a supplemental text to inspire all students to communicate better.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments
Preface
1. The Wheel of Positive Communication
2. Positive Communication Creates Contact
3. Positive Communication Discovers the Unknown
4. Positive Communication Affects the Self
5. Positive Communication Deepens Relationships
6. Positive Communication Gives Support
7. Positive Communication Transcends Separateness
8. Positive Communication Influences Others
9. Positive Communication is a Creative Art
References
Glossary
About the Author

Product details

Bloomsbury Academic Test
Published Nov 12 2026
Format Hardback
Edition 2nd
Pages 288
ISBN 9798765189771
Imprint Bloomsbury Academic
Illustrations 19 b/w illus, 15 tables, 45 textboxes
Dimensions 229 x 152 mm
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

About the contributors

Author

Julien C. Mirivel

Julien C. Mirivel is professor of applied communic…

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