Mind Reading Instruction: How To Read Other People's Body Language
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What does crossed arms usually indicate?
Disinterest or defensiveness
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Confidence and authority
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Openness and friendliness
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Excitement and engagement
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Via Google
When someone avoids eye contact during a conversation, it may suggest:
Honesty and sincerity
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Strong interest in the topic
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Nervousness or discomfort
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Boredom or indifference
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Via Google
What does leaning forward during a conversation typically mean?
Disagreement or skepticism
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Lack of interest or engagement
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Confidence and authority
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Agreement and understanding
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If someone is tapping their foot or fidgeting, it often signifies:
Boredom or impatience
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Deep concentration
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Excitement or anticipation
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Calm and relaxation
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Via Google
What does mirroring body language mean?
Showing disagreement or opposition
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Expressing confusion or disagreement
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Lack of interest or engagement
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Copying someone's actions to show agreement
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When someone smiles genuinely, what does it typically convey?
Disapproval or sarcasm
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Happiness and pleasure
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Nervousness or discomfort
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Anger or frustration
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