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What is Message Framing?

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Message framing is the context and approach that is used to construct information and communications. Response to the same request often differs greatly depending on the framing of it. For example, a message that considers the needs and desires of its intended audience may generate a more positive response than a message that's demanding and insistent. A message may be framed with emotion, logic, ethics or may focus on the core motivations of a person or group.
Overview: Message Framing
Type
Definition
The context and approach that is used to construct a message.
Examples
Insisting
We must buy a dog!
Social
All the other kids at school have a dog.
Logical
I read that kids with dogs get better grades at school.
Emotional
This dog is so cute, how can you say no?
Ethics
She is a rescue dog, do you know how many dogs need homes?
Anticipating Objections
I promise to walk her and clean up if she makes a mess.
Considering others needs
The dog will keep you company when I go off to college.
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