| Communication barrier | Examples of possible feedback |
|---|---|
| You couldn’t hear what the speaker said because of a loud noise. | “Sorry, but I couldn’t hear what you said. Can you explain again?” |
| You didn’t understand what the speaker said. | “I’m not sure I get what you’re saying. Can you clarify what you mean?” |
| You zoned out for a minute and lost track of the conversation. | “I apologize. I lost focus for a second. Could you repeat what you just said?” |
| The speaker seems distracted. | “I may be wrong, but you seem a bit distracted. Do you want to pick this up later, when things have calmed down?” |
| The speaker is telling you one thing, but his or her expression and body language convey something else. | “I know you’re telling me that everything’s fine, but you look sad.” |