"How should I do it?"

Codes and criteria of what is respectful can be perceived differently by others. Communication, whether verbal or non-verbal, can be complicated by cultural differences, leading to misunderstandings and tensions without being aware of it.

Here is a resource to learn more about cultural issues that can interfere with communication and their implications in establishing a relationship.

Communication is also about being able to hear and listen. Seems simple? In many Indigenous contexts, the pace slows down to value everyone’s opportunity to speak, allowing each person the chance to express themselves fully. It’s a subtlety that is simple but still an art to master. This exercise on communication styles, as well as these resources on listening [fiche outil 5] and on the holistic approach [fiche outil 19], may be relevant.