Intercultural Communication Aesthetics In Multicultural Reality In Maintaining Social Harmony
I Wayan Astraguna (a), I Wayan Agus Gunada (b*), I Komang Widya Purnama Yasa (c), Edy Chandra (d)

a) Institut Agama Hindu Negeri Gde Pudja Mataram, Mataram, Indonesia
b) Universitas Pendidikan Ganesha, Singaraja, Indonesia
*agus.gunada[at]student.undiksha.ac.id
c) Institut Agama Hindu Negeri Gde Pudja Mataram, Mataram, Indonesia
d) Institut Agama Hindu Negeri Gde Pudja Mataram, Mataram, Indonesia

Abstract

This research focuses on the aesthetics of intercultural communication, social harmony, and research techniques in the multicultural society of Mataram City, West Nusa Tenggara Province. In the era of globalization, intercultural communication is critical because diverse cultures, norms, languages, and communication systems interact. The aesthetics of intercultural communication include elements such as language, symbols, visual arts, music and bodily expressions. All these elements influence the way messages are conveyed and received, as well as how they reflect different cultural values and identities. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method and a phenomenological approach as its tool. Data was obtained through observation, interviews, and documentation. The research shows that cultural awareness, empathy, and active listening skills are essential to improving intercultural communication. Understanding, appreciating, and respecting cultural differences are part of cultural awareness, and empathy helps people understand perspectives.

Keywords: Intercultural Communication Aesthetics- Multicultural- Social Harmony

Topic: Other Social Sciences & Humanities