From Monologue to Dialogue: Modeling Choice-Based Communication

 Communication is not just about delivering a message—it’s about being heard. When the sender dominates the exchange, the receiver may feel excluded or misunderstood. This conceptual model illustrates how offering choices can transform one-sided communication into a more inclusive dialogue, enhancing mutual understanding and engagement.

Modeling Based on 西剛志『結局、​どう​したら​伝わるのか？』

Entity	Description
Person	An individual participating in the communication process, either as sender or receiver.
Sender	A subtype of Person who initiates communication by conveying a message.
Receiver	A subtype of Person who receives and interprets the message conveyed by the sender.
Method of Conveying	The approach or strategy used by the sender to deliver the message.
Choices	A subtype of Method of Conveying that presents multiple options to the receiver, inviting participation.
Imagined Option	A subtype of Choices that the sender anticipates the receiver can visualize or relate to.
One-Sided Method	A subtype of Method of Conveying where the sender dominates without inviting receiver input.
Receiver's Reaction	The response or internal perception formed by the receiver during communication.
Choice	A subtype of Receiver's Reaction where the receiver actively selects from presented options.
Perception of Being Unheard	A subtype of Receiver's Reaction where the receiver feels their thoughts are not acknowledged.

By offering meaningful choices, communicators can shift from monologue to dialogue—inviting the receiver into the conversation and fostering mutual respect.