I definitely communicate differently, depending upon the group that I am with. I have several different groups in which I have relations. At my job, the communication is less personal and more on a professional level. We discuss things that need to be done, how we can help each other, and ways to make things easier/more efficient. With my family most of my communication is on a very personal level, from things that we are dealing with in our lives to how we are raising our children.
I have a few groups of friends with whom I communicate on a regular basis. Some are closer than others. I tend to share very personal information with my closest friends and just socialize with others.
My differences in communication is not because of culture as much as it is because of relationships.
I never thought of differences in communication not because of culture but as you mentioned because of relationships--this is so true. Great post!
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