Physical: Some common physical barriers to communication include closed doors, non-visual communication styles (phone calls, texts, and emails), and modern workplace conventions such as remote work and social distancing.
Emotional: Negative emotions such as anxiety, fear, and mistrust can override the intended message of a conversation and send the wrong signals on the speaker's part.
Language: Differences in culture, native language, or even dialects and regional idioms can cause problems with communication and lead to misunderstandings.