The adjective “constructive” has come to the zone of special attention today - this is the term that we will talk about.
The favorite word of politicians ... Probably, it captivates them with its streamlining, because the caution of wording is what diplomacy is famous for.
Value
According to the explanatory dictionary, the object of study has two meanings:
- Related to the design needed for construction (special term).
- One that can be used as the basis for something fruitful (belongs to book vocabulary).
Of course, there will be no talk of a special term, because in this sense, few people use the word. Most of them are primarily interested in the second meaning of our "hero." Here and there you can hear that one phenomenon is constructive and the other is destructive. One creates, and the other destroys.
Synonyms
We must turn to semantic substitutions in order to understand the meaning of the adjective "constructive", this will help to better understand the content of the word. The list is as follows:
- reasonable;
- useful;
- explanatory;
- business;
- productive;
- fruitful.
It does not matter what is paired with an adjective, it is always a winning neighborhood. When a particular phenomenon is recognized as constructive, it is a good sign. For example, constructive criticism or dialogue. Precisely because the object of study can be replaced by one of the synonyms mentioned above.
When the parties can agree
Imagine that there is a certain problem. For example, a child does not want to wash the dishes. Then the father tells him: “Well, I understand that this is a boring occupation, so I’m ready to pay you for this work, say, 50 rubles a day.” The child agrees. When one side was able to convince the other that is necessary. We have an example of a constructive dialogue, this is obvious.
Of course, at the government level, the subject of the dispute is much more serious, but the general principle is the same. A productive dialogue should be recognized as one that restructures the entire interaction of the parties. Let's go back to the example with dishes and a child. He used to do housework reluctantly, from under a stick, now he is interested in the dishes being washed, so he shows more zeal than usual. Perhaps, over time, this promises more serious changes, for example, the realization that any work must be paid or that there is no shameful, prestigious work in the world.
Basic principles of constructive dialogue
When people are not as close as father and son, then we should take into account the provisions of the conversation that we propose:
- Collection of information.
- A good interlocutor is more likely a listener than a speaker.
- Questions are the key to live, full communication.
- A common theme is the main thing.
- Avoid denial.
Do not think that we want to teach the reader diplomatic games. Our goal is ordinary communication, which gives more than it takes. In any situation, knowledge of how to build a dialogue with a stranger can be useful. It is desirable that the conversation be constructive, although this is not necessary. Naturally, the first point can not always be applied. If a person got to a party, then what information gathering is there. At such events, communication, like a stormy river, the main thing is not to drown in it. In this case, the ability to listen is useful, that is, point number 2. But you need to know the measure in this matter. No one is interested in dragging the whole conversation on yourself, so show interest, comment on the words of the interlocutor. Do not forget that your goal is a constructive dialogue.
If you really need to talk with someone, then go to the third point - ask questions. The latter should be as specific and personal as possible in the face of a lack of information. Each person has a hobby, study (in the past or present), certain preferences, tastes. In other words, man is the whole world. The main thing is to discover its exclusivity, to come across something that interests him.
A common theme is the basis of that conversation, which is called constructive, it is an axiom. In the absence of a common theme, the conversation turns into torment, and people quickly become bored, so the main task is to find this common ground. If it is found, then perhaps the relationship will become closer, and the person will find a friend. Everyone needs friends.
Another principle on which interaction with another person depends is to avoid the word “no” and its analogues. Understand that no one wants to talk to a negativist who denies everything and everyone. Much depends on what is being discussed. If dialogue does not obligate you to anything, then you can agree with almost anything, if this does not contradict your moral principles. Another thing is dialogue, in which much is at stake. Here you can agree in particulars, but not concede in the main.
We already understood that the adjective “constructive” is something that is behind the whole story. We tried to tell her.