What
is Body Language?
Body language is the unspoken or non-verbal
mode of communication that we do in every single aspect of our interaction with
another person. It is like a mirror that tells us what the other person
thinks and feels in response to our words or actions. Body language involves
gestures, mannerisms, and other bodily signs.
Would you believe that in real life
situations, 60% to 80% of the messages that we convey to other people are
transmitted through body language and the actual verbal communication accounts
for only 7% to 10%?
Our ability to use body language in a positive way and to read
other people's minds through their body language separates the men from the
boys (or women from girls), and can be a powerful tool to our overall
personality development. Imagine creating a great impression for work,
business, and love by being knowledgeable in this not-so-common yet powerful
field of study. It is the unspoken tool to a successful life
Here
are some of the movements exhibited by people who are interested in what you
are saying:
·
They maintain eye contact
more than 60% of the time. The more wide-opened the eyes are, the more
interested the person is. In fact, a person maintains eye contact more when
listening than when talking.
·
Their heads are inclined
forward.
·
They are nodding their
heads. Such action means that they're agreeing with you. That means they're
attentive and listening.
·
Their feet are pointing
towards you.
·
They smile frequently. But
take note, not all smiles convey the same feeling. An oblong smile is not
genuine. It is used to show courtesy, but not necessarily happiness or
friendliness. The lips are withheld completely back from the upper and lower
teeth, forming the oblong shape. This is usually the smile that many people
exhibit when they feign to enjoy a lame joke.
