Examples on Body Language and Their Meanings By Michael Lee
Body language is a vital part of the whole communication process. It
can determine either a positive or negative reaction from the one you
are talking to.
Examples on body language may come from any
part of the body: eyes and eyebrows, lips, arms, and any other part
that the receiver of the message sees.
It is important to be
aware of the different body actions that you do while conversing (or
even when not speaking) to avoid unnecessary and even unpleasant
reactions. Here are some examples on body language and the ways your
body parts can manifest themselves.
Eyes And Eyebrows
The
eyes are said to be the windows to our soul. Though it may sound too
cryptic and deep, it holds a bit of truth that the person you are
talking to may see some of the thoughts that you are holding back, or
perhaps even misinterpret your eye's actions from what you would like
him or her to understand.
Even the position and movement of
your eyebrows are some of the most noticed elements when you
communicate with a person face-to-face.
A classic example on
body language that conveys an apprehensive or burdened mood is when you
have your eyebrows converging in the middle, as with frowning. Even if
you talk softly and slowly, the person whom you are interacting with
may think that you are almost at your temper's threshold.
Lips
Another body part that is usually interpreted for the probable mood of a person is the mouth.
Though
we have different shapes and positions for our lips, particularly as to
how they form, there are some universal notions regarding how we would
most probably feel while in a conversation.
Here are some examples on body language of the lips.
A
retracted lower lip that is almost bit by the upper teeth is usually a
sign that the person is holding back and waiting for affirmation or
action from the other person.
On the other hand, a retracted
upper lip that's bit by the lower teeth usually signifies a person
who's holding back and keeping mixed reactions, as with a reaction to
the message being conveyed by the other.
Such small movements
of the lips have significant implications to the person seeing them and
may serve as a basis to either continue or halt the communication
process.
Extremities
The arms and legs are
considered responsible for a larger concept of body language, as these
are more profound and have a heavier impact.
Crossing the arms
over the chest usually signifies doubt, mistrust, impatience, or
closed-mindedness. Coupled with the body resting on one leg and having
the other stepped away and angled, the whole idea of this unwelcoming
look is heightened.
Examples on body language may be corrected
with appropriate gestures by practicing and internalizing how you would
probably feel if you were the one seeing those actions you are doing.
Actions often speak louder than words, so it's best to always be
conscious of your gestures and movements.
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