Invitational rhetoric

Invitational rhetoric is a concept developed by communication scholar Sonja K. Foss and her colleague Cindy L. Greene. It represents a specific approach to communication that seeks to create an environment where dialogue and understanding can flourish, rather than one focused on persuasion or winning an argument. The key characteristics of invitational rhetoric include: 1. **Emphasis on Understanding**: The primary goal is to foster mutual understanding rather than to persuade or change someone’s beliefs.