Diplomacy Cause and Effect: The Art of Communication
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This book explores the basic elements of diplomacy, communication, human traits we all possess and how they apply to the world and our interactions with each other.
Various scenarios and exercises, as well as real life stories, offer a simple unbiased alternative approach to understanding communication (life’s basic mechanism) and how we are all a part of that mechanism in what we say and do.
This book also includes a collection of some personal thoughts, philosophies, and words of inspiration entitled
“Gordonisms.”
The theories and opinions in this book are based on personal and professional experience in the areas of communication, conflict resolution, education, program directing, motivational-developmental workshop programs, and international creative and performing arts programs and events.
The opinions and theories in this book are not to influence or validate facts, as well as define a right and wrong approach, but only to see another perspective of our existence.
Maybe something might inspire you or make you think of something in your own life or maybe even touch your heart and make the world and ourselves clearer to understand.
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Diplomacy Cause and Effect - Gordon Gatherer
Diplomacy Cause and Effect
The Art of Communication
Gordon Gatherer
Copyright © 2020 Gordon Gatherer
All rights reserved
First Edition
Fulton Books, Inc.
Meadville, PA
Published by Fulton Books 2020
ISBN 978-1-64654-173-7 (paperback)
ISBN 978-1-64654-174-4 (digital)
Printed in the United States of America
Table of Contents
Chapter 1
Diplomacy: Concept Elements
Words
Weapons or Wisdom
Diplomacy Test: Exercises to Test Your Diplomatic Skills
Rules of Engagement: Diplomacy in Relationships and in Our Society
Unspoken Words: Body Language
Confuse and Defuse: Right Time, Wrong Time (True Stories of Diplomacy in Real-Life Situations)
Gordonisms: Words of Inspiration
Iwish to thank my friends and family who supported me and gave me the courage and strength to follow my dreams and share my gifts with the world.
I dedicate this book as my way of being a positive influence in this world and contributing to the growth and development of people—young and old—from all walks of life.
Long live the power of diplomacy. Let it bring mankind to a level of peace, brotherhood, and humanity.
Special thanks to Pastors Vincent and Jennifer Miller for giving me the chance to be who I am and who paved a road of honor and integrity for me to follow. I love you both.
Prologue
The human experience is, in my opinion, the most fascinating, profound, and powerful of all encounters. What people say, what they feel, how they think, what they do to each other can literally alter the course of history and time. This gift, this special gift we have been given, to think and talk and change a thought or influence a mind just by the words we say or the things we do.
If you walk into a bank and rob it, causing harm to other people, you have created a dark hole in the arena of time and space. If in this moment, you take a life or do damage to something or someone, you have shifted the course of time and created a chain of events that will define and burn this moment in the history of our lives.
Those who will hear your name or see you will have contempt for your changing the flow of their lives, causing anger and pain, not joy and positive energy.
If you rush into a burning building and save the life of a child, you have also caused the same shift in time and space. This is a positive shift. People are happy, grateful, proud to know you, and inspired by your action.
When two leaders talk and their feelings are not understood or expressed correctly, it could have a negative effect on their relationship even to the brink of conflict, civil unrest, or even…war.
Communication, negotiation, understanding, compassion, respect, tolerance, and honesty are the elements that allow the concept of diplomacy to exist and function successfully in this society.
This book is a collection of thoughts, theories, experiences, and situations that I have encountered. I have walked through many doors in my life—almost as many as there are stars in the sky.
My journey has given me the chance to embrace the energy of the universe and the ultimate knowledge and wisdom that exist in understanding the power of diplomacy and the art of communication.
Chapter One
Diplomacy: Concept Elements
Diplomacy, according to the textbook definition, is the art of negotiation.
This could be between two people, two businesses, or two nations.
It is a simple definition, but in my opinion, diplomacy is all but simple. There are so many factors involved in establishing an effective and productive level of diplomacy.
I think that the concept of diplomacy has certain basic elements that should exist in order for it to be effective.
Communication: This is the most important aspect. To be able to sit down with someone and discuss issues or concerns calmly, reasonably, with an open mind and a positive attitude is key. This is necessary for developing solutions and agreements that both parties find fair and honest.
Information: Whatever the issue is between two parties, it should be well thought out, planned, and researched. This way, they are on the same page. They can share and discuss things clearly and accurately.
Self-awareness: Each individual should have a clear and honest view of themselves, their concerns, their strengths and weaknesses and an awareness of their abilities to negotiate and communicate openly and successfully.
Respect for the power of words: Words are the most powerful form of communication. What you say, when you say it, and how you say it could mean the difference between camaraderie or confrontation. This aspect is most felt in the political arena. World leaders and politicians make statements and opinions and promises that influence people to support their campaign or not.
In some cases, people use fear and intimidation as a means of diplomacy. They use it as a way of manipulating guidelines that we integrate into our cultures and our existence.
Eye contact: Speak directly to someone. Look into their eyes and communicate your energy to them. People say more with their eyes than with their mouths. Shake hands firmly and confidently when meeting someone. Say who you are and be positive about meeting the person.
Let a person finish talking and don’t interrupt. Give the person that window so they can complete their thoughts. Even if you think they have finished,