BODY LANGUAGE GE001 PHYSICAL GROUP

This demonstrates nervousness, stress, or insecurity. Many people do this without realizing they have the habit.

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What does touching the nose usually mean?

• Signifies disbelief, rejection, or lying about something

• Demonstrate control or authority.

• Demonstrates that one is growing tired or impatient while waiting.

• Sign of honesty, submission, and innocence. This is how some people show submission and respect.

When talking to someone, feet pointed towards you is a sign of mutual interest.

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• FALSE

Answer explanation

Feet pointing towards someone is generally a good sign of mutual attraction or interest. In large group settings, the most charismatic person will usually have the most feet pointing towards them. However, if a person feels uncomfortable or disinterested and wants to leave, the feet may be pointing away towards the exit.

This indicates one is hiding something or while you are being complimented, this may be showing shyness, shame, or timidity. It may also convey that you are keeping distance from another person, showing disbelief, or thinking to yourself.

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Is this a genuine smile?

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• No

Answer explanation

This is a fake smile. Real, genuine smiles typically have an indicator that is known as the “Duchenne marker.” This is what causes the corners of the eyes to form wrinkles, otherwise known as “crow’s feet.” If a person is smiling but lacks this indicator, they may be smiling just to be polite or even faking it.

Which of these factors give away that someone is lying?

• Clothes

• Posture

• Eye contact

• Legs

Answer explanation

Liars tend to break eye contact to stay composed and calm during a conversation.

Can you spot deception… which of the following gestures do you think would indicate a potential lie or that this person might be hiding something from you?

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• All of the above.

During an important negotiation, which of the images below usually shows a positive cue to close the deal?

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• All of the above

When a person holds their hands in front of their body, essentially covering their zipper, it indicates they are feeling vulnerable and in need of reassurance.

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• FALSE

Signals power and a sense of achievement.

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Answer explanation

An expansive pose signals power and a sense of achievement. If someone's leaning back and relaxed, they probably feel powerful and in control. In fact, research has found that even people born blind raise their arms in a V-shape when they win a physical competition.