Direct Communication Preferences

When sharing information with others, I prefer to:

Be very specific and detailed to ensure clarity

Provide key facts with some context

Give a general overview and let them ask for details

Share broadly and rely on context clues

When I need to express disagreement, I typically:

State my perspective clearly and explain my reasoning

Express my view diplomatically but directly

Use subtle hints or indirect language

Avoid expressing disagreement directly

When someone asks for my opinion, I usually:

Give my honest assessment with supporting details

Share my thoughts while considering their feelings

Provide a balanced perspective that's mostly positive

Tell them what I think they want to hear

Romantic Relationship Communication

When expressing affection to a romantic partner, I:

Prefer to show love through specific actions and clear verbal expressions

Balance verbal affection with thoughtful gestures

Rely more on physical affection and shared activities

Assume my partner knows how I feel without explicit expression

During conflicts with my romantic partner, I find it most helpful to:

Take time to process, then discuss the specific issue systematically

Address the issue directly while considering emotions

Focus primarily on how we're both feeling

Avoid conflict and hope issues resolve naturally

When my romantic partner seems upset, I usually:

Ask directly what's wrong and how I can help

Notice the signs and gently inquire about their feelings

Try to read their mood and respond accordingly

Wait for them to tell me what's bothering them

When planning romantic activities or dates, I prefer to:

Discuss preferences openly and plan together with clear details

Share ideas and collaborate on planning

Take turns planning surprises for each other

Go with whatever feels right in the moment

Social Communication Patterns

In group conversations, I typically:

Contribute when I have specific knowledge or strong interest in the topic

Participate actively when I feel comfortable with the group

Follow the conversation flow and add comments when appropriate

Prefer to listen and observe rather than actively participate

When someone uses sarcasm or indirect humor, I:

Often need clarification about what was actually meant

Sometimes miss the intended meaning initially

Usually understand but prefer more direct communication

Generally understand and can respond appropriately

At social gatherings, I feel most comfortable when:

I know the plan, who will be there, and have a clear role or purpose

I have some familiar people to talk with and know the general format

The atmosphere is relaxed and conversations flow naturally

Things are spontaneous and I can adapt as situations arise

When meeting new people, I typically:

Prefer structured introductions with clear conversation topics

Feel comfortable with brief introductions and finding common interests

Enjoy discovering shared experiences through casual conversation

Prefer to observe first and let connections develop naturally

Emotional Expression and Processing

When I'm feeling overwhelmed, I communicate this by:

Clearly stating that I need space or time to process

Explaining that I'm feeling overwhelmed and what might help

Showing signs of stress that others might notice

Withdrawing without explaining why

When sharing personal experiences, I tend to:

Focus on factual details and specific events

Include both facts and how the experience affected me

Emphasize the emotional aspects and personal meaning

Share general impressions and feelings

When others share emotional experiences with me, I usually:

Ask clarifying questions to better understand their situation

Listen carefully and offer practical suggestions when appropriate

Focus on providing emotional support and validation

Listen quietly and let them know I care

Professional and Workplace Communication

In work meetings, I contribute most effectively by:

Preparing in advance and sharing well-researched insights

Participating actively when I have relevant expertise

Contributing when directly asked or when comfortable

Listening carefully and following up individually when needed

When giving feedback to colleagues, I prefer to:

Provide specific, actionable feedback with examples

Balance constructive criticism with positive observations

Focus on encouragement and gentle suggestions

Avoid giving direct feedback unless specifically asked

When collaborating on projects, I work best when:

Roles, timelines, and communication methods are clearly defined

We have regular check-ins and clear project goals

The team communicates openly and adapts as needed

Everyone contributes their strengths organically

Digital and Written Communication

When communicating through text messages or emails, I:

Prefer detailed, well-structured messages with clear context

Write concise but informative messages

Use brief messages and rely on ongoing conversation context

Send quick, informal messages and use emojis to convey tone

For important conversations, I prefer:

Written communication so I can process and respond thoughtfully

A combination of written preparation and verbal discussion

Face-to-face conversation with time to think

Spontaneous verbal communication to capture emotions

Family Communication

During family gatherings or discussions, I typically:

Engage actively when topics align with my interests or expertise

Participate in conversations while staying true to my communication style

Adapt my communication style to match family expectations

Prefer to listen and observe family dynamics

When family members need support, I usually:

Offer specific, practical help based on their situation

Ask how I can help and follow their guidance

Provide emotional support and encourage them

Let them know I care and am available if needed

Communication Needs Assessment

Processing Time: How much time do you typically need to process information before responding in conversations?

Immediate response A few seconds Several minutes Significant time Extended processing

Moderate processing time needed

Environmental Needs: How much do environmental factors (noise, lighting, crowding) affect your communication?

No impact Slight impact Moderate impact Significant impact Major impact

Moderate environmental sensitivity

Structure Preference: How important is it to have structured, predictable communication patterns?

Prefer spontaneous Some structure helpful Moderate structure High structure preferred Structure essential

Moderate structure preference

When I need accommodations for communication, I prefer:

To clearly explain my needs and preferred accommodations

To discuss accommodations when they're relevant to the situation

To adapt quietly and mention needs only when necessary

To manage on my own without requesting accommodations

The communication environment where I feel most successful is:

Quiet, well-lit spaces with minimal distractions and clear agendas

Comfortable spaces with some structure and familiar people

Relaxed environments where conversation flows naturally

Dynamic, spontaneous settings with varied interactions

Comprehensive Communication Assessment

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Direct Communication Preferences

When sharing information with others, I prefer to:

When I need to express disagreement, I typically:

When someone asks for my opinion, I usually:

Romantic Relationship Communication

When expressing affection to a romantic partner, I:

During conflicts with my romantic partner, I find it most helpful to:

When my romantic partner seems upset, I usually:

When planning romantic activities or dates, I prefer to:

Social Communication Patterns

In group conversations, I typically:

When someone uses sarcasm or indirect humor, I:

At social gatherings, I feel most comfortable when:

When meeting new people, I typically:

Emotional Expression and Processing

When I'm feeling overwhelmed, I communicate this by:

When sharing personal experiences, I tend to:

When others share emotional experiences with me, I usually:

Professional and Workplace Communication

In work meetings, I contribute most effectively by:

When giving feedback to colleagues, I prefer to:

When collaborating on projects, I work best when:

Digital and Written Communication

When communicating through text messages or emails, I:

For important conversations, I prefer:

Family Communication

During family gatherings or discussions, I typically:

When family members need support, I usually:

Communication Needs Assessment

Processing Time: How much time do you typically need to process information before responding in conversations?

Environmental Needs: How much do environmental factors (noise, lighting, crowding) affect your communication?

Structure Preference: How important is it to have structured, predictable communication patterns?

When I need accommodations for communication, I prefer:

The communication environment where I feel most successful is:

Personal Reflections

What communication strengths are you most proud of?

What communication challenges would you like to work on?

What would you like others to understand about your communication style?

Comprehensive Communication Assessment

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Direct Communication Preferences

When sharing information with others, I prefer to:

When I need to express disagreement, I typically:

When someone asks for my opinion, I usually:

Romantic Relationship Communication

When expressing affection to a romantic partner, I:

During conflicts with my romantic partner, I find it most helpful to:

When my romantic partner seems upset, I usually:

When planning romantic activities or dates, I prefer to:

Social Communication Patterns

In group conversations, I typically:

When someone uses sarcasm or indirect humor, I:

At social gatherings, I feel most comfortable when:

When meeting new people, I typically:

Emotional Expression and Processing

When I'm feeling overwhelmed, I communicate this by:

When sharing personal experiences, I tend to:

When others share emotional experiences with me, I usually:

Professional and Workplace Communication

In work meetings, I contribute most effectively by:

When giving feedback to colleagues, I prefer to:

When collaborating on projects, I work best when:

Digital and Written Communication

When communicating through text messages or emails, I:

For important conversations, I prefer:

Family Communication

During family gatherings or discussions, I typically:

When family members need support, I usually:

Communication Needs Assessment

Processing Time: How much time do you typically need to process information before responding in conversations?

Environmental Needs: How much do environmental factors (noise, lighting, crowding) affect your communication?

Structure Preference: How important is it to have structured, predictable communication patterns?

When I need accommodations for communication, I prefer:

The communication environment where I feel most successful is:

Personal Reflections

What communication strengths are you most proud of?

What communication challenges would you like to work on?

What would you like others to understand about your communication style?

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Communication Style Worksheet