W4.1 March 25 (Mon)—MU QING

  1. Summary

Chapter 5 focuses on rhythm and group performance in social interactions, emphasizing how people coordinate self-presentation and maintain overall social and behavioral norms in group settings. Goffman pointed out that group interaction has a certain rhythm and regularity, and people will observe, learn from each other, and adjust their own rhythm to be consistent with the group. He further explores the relationship between leaders and followers, noting that leaders influence the entire group by setting the pace and behavior, while followers strive to align with the leader. In addition, Goffman also highlighted the coordination of group performance and emphasized that in social interaction, people achieve common performance goals through mutual cooperation and interaction. The focus of this chapter is to reveal the patterns and regularities in group interactions and how individuals coordinate their self-presentation in the group to maintain the overall social order and harmony.

Chapter 6 provides a more in-depth study of the formalization process of communication behavior in social interaction, including the use of speech and symbols and the role of non-verbal symbols in self-presentation. Goffman pointed out that language is not only a tool for transmitting information, but can also be used to express emotions, attitudes and social status. He describes the formalization process of language, that is, how people follow specific linguistic norms and conventions in social interactions. Additionally, Goffman emphasized the importance of nonverbal symbols in self-presentation, such as body language, posture, and facial expressions. These symbols can convey rich information and play an important supporting role in social interaction. Overall, Chapter 6 delves into the diversity and complexity of communication behavior, revealing the important role of language and symbols in social interaction and their impact on individual self-presentation.


2. Interesting projects


In Chapter 6 of "Presentation of Self in Everyday Life", what I find very interesting is the discussion of the role of verbal and non-verbal symbols in social interaction. Goffman deeply analyzed the formal process of language and emphasized the multiple functions of language in transmitting information, expressing emotions, and displaying social status. This thought-provoking understanding of the diversity and complexity of language makes us aware of the critical role it plays in social interactions. In addition, the exploration of non-verbal signs such as body language, posture and facial expressions is also fascinating. The information conveyed by non-verbal symbols in social interactions is equally rich and important, and their impact on individual self-presentation cannot be ignored. By gaining a deeper understanding of the role of language and non-verbal symbols in social interactions, we can better understand the complexity of human behavior and social interactions, thereby improving our ability to communicate and relate in our daily lives.


3. Question


In Chapter 6 of "The Presentation of Self in Everyday Life," Goffman provides an in-depth exploration of the role of verbal and nonverbal symbols in social interactions. How does this understanding of the multiple functions of verbal and non-verbal symbols impact how we interact socially and communicate in our daily lives?


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