Examples of Body Language
|
NOn Verbal Behavior |
INTERPRETATION |
|
Brisk, Erect Walk |
Having
Confidence |
| Standing with
hands on hips |
Readiness,
aggression |
| Sitting with
legs crossed, foot kicking slightly |
Boredom |
| Sitting, legs
apart |
Open, relaxed |
| Arms crossed on
chest |
Defensiveness |
| Walking with
hands in pockets, shoulders hunched |
Dejection |
| Hand to cheek |
Evaluation,
thinking |
| Touching,
slightly rubbing nose |
Rejection,
doubt, lying |
| Rubbing the eye |
Doubt, disbelief |
| Hands clasped
behind back |
Anger,
frustration, apprehension |
| Locked ankles |
Apprehension |
| Head resting in
hand, eyes downcast |
Boredom |
| Sitting with
hands clasped behind head, legs crossed |
Confidence,
superiority |
| Open palm |
Sincerity,
openness, innocence |
| Pinching bridge
of nose, eyes closed |
Negative
evaluation |
| Tapping or
drumming fingers |
Impatience |
| Steepling
fingers |
Authoritative |
| Patting/fondling
hair |
Lack of
self-confidence; insecurity |
| Tilted head |
Interest |
| Stroking Chin |
Trying to make a
decision |
| Looking down,
face turned away |
Disbelief |
| Biting nails |
Insecurity,
nervousness |
| Pulling or
tugging at ear |
Indecision |
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