Communicative Action (Jürgen Habermas)

Communicative Action, a concept by Jürgen Habermas, refers to the way people interact through reasoned dialogue to achieve mutual understanding and coordinate actions. Rather than just conveying information or feelings, it emphasizes the importance of shared meanings and rational discourse. Habermas believes that effective communication requires participants to engage openly and honestly, aiming for consensus rather than conflict. This process helps build social bonds and democratic societies by fostering cooperation and addressing issues collaboratively, making it essential for effective communication in both personal relationships and public discourse.