Understanding Body Language

What does standing with your hands on your hips usually indicate?

• Aggressive

• Confidence

• Boredom

• Defensive

If someone is resting their head in their hands, they are likely feeling:

• Confident

• Bored

• Insecure

• Thinking

What does tapping your fingers signify?

• Doubt

• Impatience

• Disbelief

• Nervousness

If a person is playing with their hair, this could be a sign of:

• Defensiveness

• Confidence

• Insecurity

• Aggression

Rubbing your eyes is often associated with:

• Disbelief

• Impatience

• Confidence

• Lying

What is Body Language?

• Postures, gestures, and facial expressions.

• The exchange of information through the use of words.

• Your words say one thing but your body language say another.

• Speak from your point of view.

Body language...

• is always easy to read.
• is always the best form of communication.
• is an important part of communication.
• Is always easy to read and an important part of communication. 

What does this person's body language communicate?

• Interested
• Bored
• Questioning
• Prepares

What body language shows you are listening?

• Turning away from speaker

• Nodding and making eye contact

• Looking out the window

Why is active listening important in communication?

• It helps you interrupt more effectively

• It makes you seem smarter

• It ensures you understand the speaker's message

• It is not important