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Can anyone give me a clear-cut answer to the question, what is the definition of communication? The answer is no because there is no clear-cut answer to that question. Defining communication, on the surface, seems like an easy task; however, when one really thinks about it, the task becomes quite complicated. Currently, I define communication as the process of acting on information. Although it is very broad, it leaves a lot open for discussion; which is needed when even attempting to define such a broad topic. That being said, I now have somewhat of a link to the aspect of communication I plan to discuss and expand upon. In John Stewart’s book Bridges Not Walls: A Book About Interpersonal Communication, he introduces a very interesting continuum that he names “Qualities of Communication.” The continuum categorizes the contexts in which people communicate. Although I feel as if communication is best discussed rather than defined, I feel as though John’s continuum is extremely accurate and worthy of being discussed. This paper will discuss John’s continuum while also giving insight and analysis o