Areas Quote by Robert Sommer
“Personal space refers to an area with invisible boundaries surrounding a person's body into which intruders may not come.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Personal Space: The Behavioral Basis of Social Distance, 1969
Personal space is the invisible zone around us that others should respect to avoid discomfort.
In simple terms: Invisible zone around us that others should respect.
Key Takeaway
Respect others’ boundaries.
Themes
privacy
personal space
boundaries
Mood
protective
reflective
Type
advisory
observational
When to use this quote
- crowded public transport
- office cubicles
- social gatherings
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
social psychology
proxemics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you signal your need for space?
- What situations make you feel your personal space is violated?
A Different Perspective
Cultural differences affect how space is perceived.
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