Body language

Body language

Non-verbal communication using body parts.

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Assymetrical gesture

Communication; Body language

An action that only occurs on one side of the body, such as a one shoulder shrug or a lopsided smile. This shows that the performer is being dishonest.

Attentive body language

Communication; Body language

Indicators that show that a person is engaged in a conversation. They include leaning forward, eye contact, and appropriate responses.

Barriers

Communication; Body language

Actions that set up an obstacle between the performer and something they do not like, for example, crossed arms.

Attraction triggers

Communication; Body language

Actions which cause sexual arousal in a person of the opposite sex.

Double grip handshake

Communication; Body language

Similar to a regular handshake, but the opposite hand is also used to completely enclose the other person's hand. It is usually given to make a person seem more sincere but can often have the ...

Similar to mirroring but it happens on a delay. It has the same effects of mirroring but has less chance of being noticed. The longer it takes to echo the action, the less effective the rapport build ...

Displacement behaviour

Communication; Body language

Actions intended to focus a person's attention somewhere other than their immediate environment. Includes things like nail biting or playing with jewelry.