Social penetration theory

  1. Apply social penetration theory applies to the development of your relationship. Does the theory accurately
    describe how you and your relationship partner established relational intimacy? Why or why not?
  2. Apply relational dialectics theory to your relationship. Which communication strategies did you use to manage the dialectical tensions? Were those strategies ultimately helpful or hurtful to the relationship?
  3. What are some of the specific verbal, nonverbal, and/or listening behaviors that you used in the relationship
    that had a positive and negative effect on the relationship?