The Importance of Nonverbal Cues as told by "Friends"

The constant miscommunication that occurs online is a direct result of the absence of nonverbal cues, not able to translate across a computer screen. "Friends" is the perfect example of how important these nonverbal cues can be in the interpretation of messages. Also, "Friends" goes to show that face-to-face communication is a much better alternative over digital communication in ensuring proper communication.

[@anaespericueta9856]

As a first grade teacher I am constantly looking at my students body language. It is a must to be effective in teaching!

[@ska.1758]

Finally my teacher gives me something to watch that helps me not confuses me Sorry for venting...

[@elisegillett8855]

same

[@bangtanwings4854]

Same; watching this for a psychology class.

[@onii-chan2110]

For my lazy classmates I've listed all the questions here: How Joey convince Ross thay he "can do it"? (Eye contact) Why does Rachel's perception of "the yeti" drastically change? (Physical Appearance) How does Ross know Phoebe is upset with him before she even says anything? (Spatial Behavior) How can we tell Ross is so not "fine" even when he claims he is? (Paralinguistics: pitch) How is Chandler able to convey his sarcasm? (Paralinguistics: tone) How does the change in Ross's voice change the meaning of the statement made the second time? (Paralinguistics: tone) How can we immediately tell Ross and Mike are both bored? (Kinesics: Posture) How does Ross use his hands to get his message across? (and Joey) (Kinesics: Gesture) Thank me latur

[@jerwinlagabong6713]

thank u po hahahahaha

[@jindalrecords]

Thanks.

[@Metherine26]

Just found this - wanted to say a bit of a thanks. I teach English to high school students abroad, and I wanted to show English body language and tone being conveyed to mean the opposite of their words. This is PERFECT.

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Theresa Pinhey thanks for sharing! I'm glad you were able to use this video to help teach your students about body language.

[@coelmulready8212]

Yeah, I’ll go to a coffee shop to meet with my friends. That’s a great idea

[@NicoleCole]

This is the best! Good job on linking the most boring subject to life -related situations !!!!

[@dalecaume1382]

Thank you Kimberly for the quick response and permission to use the video. My students enjoyed the clips and related information.

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Great, glad to hear that!

[@Thomaz8654]

Who is here for school

[@htanht]

An excellent video on non verbal communications. Thanks for sharing.

[@HaiWorldz]

"Yeti- I mean Danny?" LEMME TELL YOU I SCREAMED BC I THOUGHT HE WAS KINDA CUTE TOO

[@Navak_]

There are nonverbal cues online as well. You just have to be fluent in the medium to perceive them. Some translate from face-to-face interactions directly and some indirectly. If you're still a skeptic, the most obvious example is hesitation. But there are many, many ways to communicate and detect tone online. And they can be just as difficult to describe as some of the intangible body language in this video.

[@katcape5162]

This video is really great. It is a perfect description of non-verbal communication and I'm using it as an example for my college social psychology class!

[@zqs3871]

lol Im here for my social work interviewing and doc class

[@SpeedySwimmerGaming]

I’m a freshman in drug-Ed class and my teacher is making me watch this. Who else is here?

[@ControllerSynk]

Me

[@semirakhaleeli]

Lovely video. I laughed my head off! And so relevant. Well done

[@federman]

Kimberly, this is a fantastic piece of work. I was looking for demonstrations of paralinguistic cues and up this popped! [Wow Expression] I'd love to use this in my psych lecture on non-verbal persuasion. I hope you received an A+ on the assignment! [Happy, appreciative face, palms open]

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Mark Federman Thank you! Feel free to use this as part of your lecture. And I believe I did do very well on this assignment!

[@user-dk5jl5nr3x]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO.....MY SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY STUDENTS LOOOOVED IT!!!! love friends forever..... since i saw them for the first time (the one with the List, season 2, episode 8,, brought to my sophomore year's english class by an American professor).....i've been using all the episodes in my own teaching practice even now and then and can def tell -- they are suitable for any class.... english, psychology........ THANKS AGAIN A LOT

[@pgoodson5]

Brilliant! Thank you for such an informative and interesting way to project a nonverbal message!

[@carmelacaranyagan7890]

Thank you for making this one! I hope I can borrow this for my communication class ;) I'm hoping my class will also be able to relate even if they haven't watched FRIENDS

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

I hope so, too! You may use this video for your class.

[@chelseabutton3075]

teacher showed us this in 2022 in Canada. Keep this going if you are from somewhere else haha

[@Svechigan]

This is so funny and educational thank you

[@nancybauer4253]

May I show this to my high school students? It's such a cute way to illustrate the value of non-verbal communication!

[@noraliaanis6456]

due to covid-19, we had to learn through online. your video really help me to understand more . thank you :)

[@anthonyphoenix7215]

To be honest, I actually watch the Friends sitcom to get better at my social skills with ppl. I also try to pick up things they say to each other, I feel like it helps me communicate better

[@maniesha4599]

H- great video! May I use it is as part of a training session including nonverbal communications? Thanks.

[@danielhamilton6840]

Hello Kimberly, this is such a well put together video regarding the different ways of communicating. May I have your permission to use this in a presentation I am doing about non-verbal communication? Thank you!

[@mikeanibal4496]

my teacher showed us this today it was a fun video to learn about!!

[@alyssacollier4309]

Same here!!

[@pepperbushman2203]

i LOVE this! It's FANTASTIC! Thanks for it.

[@criseliss7551]

This is awesome...Thank u for sharing.

[@lionjackson6643]

nice video, so much completed lessons i have ever ever seen xd. Noverbal comunication is important because you are able to communicate very easy to people. Remember long live nonverbal cues, xd

[@bhooma01]

Thank you Thank you Thank you. That was brilliant

[@damnablefate]

Hi Kimberly, this is a brilliantly made, fantastic video! May I use it to show my colleagues the importance of non-verbal communication?

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thank you! And yes, you may use it.

[@vrushalihosur5379]

hi kimberly ill be using this video for my project thanks

[@michelewebber6320]

This is perfect. I would like to use this in a communications lecture for students.

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Glad you enjoyed it and that your students will be able to learn from it!

[@aileecaraballofontanez211]

Hi @Kimberly! I absolutely loved this -perfect combination of my favorite characters! I have always believed their non-verbals were the key to reaching us on a personal level. I know you may be tired of hearing this request, but would it be possible to use your video in a presentation?

[@cartergomez5390]

I don't think Kimberly will do it after 4 years

[@arashis9798]

I've listened to RT game's version with gunshots instead of claps too many times...

[@veronicaellis3696]

This is just amazing and brings the topic to life brilliantly. May I use your video please - of course with a credit to yourself - in a training session about non-verbal communication?

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thanks! Yes, you may use it!

[@lianearno8608]

This is a seriously good video. Humour is often the best way to teach people. May I please use this video when teaching for a not for profit? Thanks so much for a great job.

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thank you, yes you may use this video.

[@kathyrarer]

Kimberly- what an entertaining and informative video! May I include it in an online course that trains child care workers on conducting better parent-teacher conferences?

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thank you! Yes, you may use it.

[@kathyrarer]

Thanks so much.

[@LucasdMoraes]

I'll' use this in my autism class 👏

[@serendipia_abstracta]

That's why I came to this video! Good luck!

[@corap.6300]

Thank you, Kimberly.

[@valoriewaldon4839]

Kimberly, this is great and Friends is one of my all time favorite shows. I would like your permission to show it in our training program to emphasize the importance of non-verbal communication. We are a non-profit working with managers to become more effective.

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Valorie Waldon Thank you! It is one of my favorites, too! Yes, you may use this video in your training.

[@PeterShieldsukcatstripey]

Very good advice. Thanks.

[@geetapunjabi9]

Lovely compilation, thank you :)

[@alysewilcox1606]

Hi Kimberly, this is wonderful. May I have permission to use this video as part of a lecture on the importance of nonverbal communication to psychology students? Thank you

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

+Alyse Wilcox Yes, you have my permission!

[@alysewilcox1606]

+Kimberly Klawans thank you so much. My students will love it!

[@shivaniarora6532]

I am making the same request Kimberly! 4 years since the last request was made and 7 years after you posted it! This is amazing!!

[@DinazReadymoney]

Hey Kimberly, this is a fantastic video. May i please use it for a presentation?

[@cynthiakmaldonado5506]

Thank you, Ms. Klawans for such an excellent resource for nonverbal communication. May I use this video in a presentation I am giving to my high school students on communication?

[@Christina_Summers]

Hi Kimberly, Your video is fabulous and very well done. Can I use it in a presentation at my college?

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thank you! Yes, you may use this video in your presentation!

[@Christina_Summers]

Thanks so much! I truly appreciate it!

[@dalecaume1382]

I am trying to get permission to use this in my college and university course. I am new to using this type of material. How do I send a message directly to you without going through someone else's thread.

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Dale Caume you should be able to post your own comment below the video. But you have my permission to use this video!

[@lindsayblack4334]

@@kimberlyklawans5368 Hello Kimberly, sorry to be a pest but could I politely ask for your permission as well? I think my students would absolutely love your video. Thanks, Lindsay

[@monicasalmorin765]

Hello @Kimberly! I like this video of yours, May I have your permission to allow me to use this presentation in my class. Thank you so much.

[@chloegill9493]

Hi Kimberley - Please may we get permission to use this clip in our training for adults for the scout association? Absolutely fantastic examples of non verbal communication!

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Hi Chloe, yes you have my permission to use this video! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@wilderstudio2565]

Good video with relevant information, but really need to balance the audio more though. The music is a lot louder than it needs to be compared to the conversations.

[@al19fred]

I had to watch this video for a Practical Social Psychology presentation

[@olykilgore5188]

You did a great job making this! Thank you for making it so well! May I have permission to use this for my presentation?

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thanks! Yes, you have my permission.

[@bellamckinnon8655]

This was set by my Society and Culture teacher - thanks a bunch! Really great examples, makes talking about nonverbal cues and their meaning way easier to understand.

[@KuramiRocket]

I'm watching this for my Speech 108 course xD Fun video

[@capitaladvantage6904]

oh this is super awesome! I would love to use it for a presentation on non-verbal communication to a bunch of team leaders . May I use it? Its so current for the age group the presentation is for!

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

+Capital Advantage Thank you! And yes, you may use it!

[@FriarCutie02]

May I use this video to teach our tutors about non-verbal communication?

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Yes, you may use the video!

[@yeniii4599]

Very much helpful!

[@jimbolone5923]

This is terrific! May I use this to show my dining room servers the power of non-verbal communication?

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thanks, yes you may use this!

[@santillanano]

Even though I have not seen the series I laughed a lot :)

[@Sherirose1]

This was such a funny video.Thank you! !!!!

[@olgacastaneda3550]

What a great video! May I have your permission to use it in a presentation? Thank you in advance.

[@SGF52]

RIP Chandler

[@benleung5155]

Hi Kimberly, this video is just spot on. I would like to have your permission to use it in our educational program. We are a non-profit-making organization in Australia. Thanks.

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thanks, Ben! Yes you have my permission to use this video.

[@kiddo_thesuitsandtiemaniac]

My teacher and EA would put this on for me and my classmates to watch for health class. How dare they use my love of Friends as a educational film 🙄♥️

[@zulkrnainabusamah3338]

Hi Kimberly, I'm learning customer service and one of the subtopics is communication. Your video is superrrrr amazing! Mind if I share with my class?

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thank you! Yes, you may share this.

[@boylak01]

Hi Kimberly, I've just found this video, and I love it! Do you mind if I show it to my communications class (attributing it properly of course!)?

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Glad you enjoyed it! Yes, you may use it in your class.

[@vipulmalhotra6695]

Hi Kimberly, this is an engaging and effective way to highlight the importance of Non verbals. Is it okay if i use this video for an upcoming presentation?

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thanks. Yes, you may.

[@edumaticscompany3220]

Hi Kimberly, Please may I have permission to use this video as part of my illustration of a Body language presentation? These truly are great examples of Nonverbal Communication.

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

+kietta mayweather gamble Thank you, and yes, you have my permission to use it!

[@carstenlindner7067]

Hi Kimberly - PERFECT video, may I please have your permission to use it in my training class? Do you have the Video without writing and do you still know the episodes ? Maybe I´ll try generate it in German.... THX

[@chaunceyaskaboutme]

Hi! great video, may I please have your permission to use it in my training class? Thank you!

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thank you. Yes, you have my permission to use.

[@katviv8218]

I love this video. May I please use this video for my communications class? Thank you so much!

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

+Kat Viv (khathey) Thank you! Yes, you may use it!

[@nathanmitchell5217]

Had to watch this in PSHCEe my Favourite show as well

[@loisvanroon2346]

Great video Kimberley, may i use this for a communications class? it will be perfect!

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Lois Van Roon Thank you! Sorry for not responding sooner, but yes you have my permission to use this video.

[@DboyinDtown]

Amazing this video has over 1million views, yet the creator has < 500 subs.

[@sherimooney2629]

I've been looking for video clips to support a lesson on nonverbal communication for my team of para-educators. This is perfect and so nicely done! May I have your permission to use it?

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thank you! Yes, you have my permission to use this video.

[@christopherwalker6685]

Can I use this to show some teenagers at my church? Thanks for the creative way you put this together.

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Hi Christopher. Yes, you may use this video.

[@dr.virginiabraden5544]

Kim, this is fantastic. Such an entertaining way to illustrate the concepts. I would love to be able to use this in an upcoming class. May I have your permission to use it?

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thank you, Virginia! Yes you have my permission to use this video in your class.

[@lindsaysheehan3087]

This is perfect! I am doing a project on nonverbal communication, can I use some of this for my presentation?

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thanks, Lindsay! Yes you may.

[@ljspeechteach1]

Well done video. May I use the clip for my public speaking students?

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thank you! Yes you may.

[@emiko7339]

Hi Kimberly, May I please use this video for my communications class ? love this video.

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thanks Emiko. Yes, you may use it!

[@irenefrosi3316]

Dear Kimberly, This video is just amazing!!! Can I use this for a lesson on non verbal behaviour? Thanks a lot!!!

[@MC-oi2pb]

Kim hasn't responded in 6 years damn

[@thichami6485]

Do you have a full version of each video?

[@virginiaferrari7860]

Great work Kimberly! May I have your permission to use in my classes and also in non-verbal communication presentation?

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thanks, Virginia! Yes, you have my permission.

[@dorisg.1891]

Great video. Can I show it to my students?

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thanks. Yes you may.

[@Tea.bagginz]

Hi Kimberly, can I use your video for my communication class? I love this TV show and this is perfect for my assignment!

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Hi Brittany, yes you may!

[@Tea.bagginz]

@@kimberlyklawans5368 thank you!

[@carmenmorales869]

Kimberly, This video is perfect for my presentation! Can you e-mail the video? I would like to present it at my communication class. Proper acknowledgement will be given to you. Thanks!

[@jackisscrewed]

A good way to learn

[@princessofpentacles776]

My therapist showed me this in group therapy today

[@PhillipDunn]

Hi Kimberly. May I use your video for my business communications class? You did a really great job with it!

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

+Phillip Dunn Thank you! And yes you may use it!

[@PhillipDunn]

+Kimberly Klawans thank you, Kimberly!

[@PhillipDunn]

+Phillip Dunn Kimberly, your video has gotten nothing but fantastic responses from my students. Thank you again!

[@katherinegroves6985]

Awesome video. Can I have your permission to use this in a presentation I am doing about non-verbal communication? Thank you!

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thanks, Katherine! Yes, you have my permission to use this video.

[@shanfyalkowski]

Great video, Kimberly! Can I have permission to use this video in a continuing education course for pediatricians and nurses?

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thanks Shannon! Yes you may use this video in your course.

[@shanfyalkowski]

@@kimberlyklawans5368 Thank you so much! Did you have to get permission from Friends to make this video and post it? I just want to cover all ground before submitting my course!

[@corap.6300]

May I use your video for the book on purposive communication I am drafting? I would like to include it as part of the Learning Experience of my draft. I would acknowledge you and the website. Thank you.

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Hi Cora, yes you may use the video for your book.

[@suzannesundberg5639]

Fabulous video on non-verbal communication! Can I have permission to use for a virtual summer youth program webinar?

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thanks! Yes, you have my permission.

[@kjhsmiles]

Kimberly, Do you have this video without writing in it?

[@corteelizabeth]

Hi Kimberly, this is great may I have your permission to use this for a presentation I have for my communication class? Thank you.

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Hi Elizabeth. Yes, you may use this video in your presentation. I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@yogeshmathkar]

Hi Kimberley! May i pls get your permission to use this as a part of my lecture? I can see that students will love this!!!

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Yes, you may use this!

[@jordynecarmack7293]

Hey Kimberly, great video! I'd like to use this video in my Interpersonal Communication class for undergraduates. Is this okay? Thanks!

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Hi Jordyne, yes you may use this!

[@sucherasangmuang1695]

Hi Kimberly, I loved your video on nonverbal communication as told by friends! I am a student and I was wondering if I could have your permission to use the video as part of a presentation I am doing on nonverbal communication. Thank you!

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thank you! And yes, you have my permission to use the video in your presentation.

[@sucherasangmuang1695]

Awesome.. thank you again!

[@meganworthington2606]

Hi, I love this video and would like to show it in my speech class. Could I have your permission to use it?

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Thanks Megan! Yes, you have my permission to use this video.

[@melodylewis8201]

Very relatable content. May I use this video in a presentation?

[@kimberlyklawans5368]

Yes you may!

[@melodylewis8201]

Thank you! @@kimberlyklawans5368