The first point of contact where interactions are brief and superficial, like a simple "Hello".
One of the most widely used frameworks in this field is the , which categorizes the progression of a relationship into two distinct processes: "Coming Together" and "Coming Apart". 1. Coming Together Interpersonal Communication & Human Relationships
A public commitment to the relationship, such as marriage or entering into a long-term partnership. 2. Coming Apart The first point of contact where interactions are
Casual "small talk" where individuals search for common ground or similarities. Interpersonal Communication & Human Relationships