Let’s now try to identify some of the micromessage elements based on what you’ve learned on the previous page.

In the two-part activity below, there are micromessages described in the purple boxes at the bottom. Categorize each one based on the instructions.

Part 1

Read the micromessages below and determine if they correspond with non-verbal, para-verbal, or praise & criticism cues. Drag each box at the bottom into the appropriate column.

Part 2

In the next part, categorize the micromessages as verbal, contextual, or omission cues.

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