Nonverbal Codes and Verbal Messages

In chapter 5, the book goes on to talk about Nonverbal Codes and Verbal Messages, and I have always found nonverbal communication very interesting and also very fascinating. The book says that “ Sometimes we use nonverbal cues to repeat what we say verbally and we also use nonverbal cues to contradict verbal messages.” It really all depends on your tone and facial structure as the book notes. You could be having a fun and joking conversation but say something that could be taken very seriously. If the person you are talking to sees your face and your body language, that way they will know that you are joking around and being sarcastic. “Joking and sarcasm are culturally recognized patterns, most people understand what their meaning really is.” I think it really depends on the situation and circumstance also it has a big influence on whom you are speaking to. Someone who is light hearted and can take a joke would be someone that you could maybe be more sarcastic with as to a person who is more sensitive probably wouldn’t think you were joking. It really all depends on your surroundings.