Four-Sides Model (1981)

Attachments

Communicational Competence
Enumerated Wisdom
Friedemann Schulz von Thun
Miteinander reden (Talking to One Another), published in 4 volumes from 1981 to 2007
Models of Communication

1. The factual layer contains statements which are matter of fact like data and facts, which are part of the message.
2. In the self-revealing or self-disclosure the speaker – deliberately or unintentionally – reveals something about him or herself, their motives, values, emotions etc.
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3. In the relationship layer the speaker expresses, how the sender gets along with the receiver and what they think of each other.
4. The wish or want contains the plea or desire, the advice, instruction and possibly the effects which the speaker is seeking.
The four-sides model explained – Schulz von Thun’s communication square - Soft Skills English