BODY LANGUAGE

Have you ever heard anyone say, "His actions spoke so loudly I couldn't hear

what he said?"

INTRODUCTION :-

Body language is a kind of non-verbal communication.It includes facial expressions, eye contact, tone of voice, body posture and motions, and positioning within groups.John Borg attests that human communication consists of 93 percent body language and paralinguistic cues, while only 7% of communication consists of words themselves.

Why is Body Language important?

• Body language plays a big role in intuition as it gives us messages about the other person, that we can interpret at an intuitive level.

7%55%

38%

Components of Body Language

Facial Expressions

There are some universal facial expressions; a smile,

a frown, etc.

Eye contact is direct and powerful.

The use of eye contact varies significantly from

culture to culture

Gestures

Fidgeting shows boredom and restlessness.

Pressing fingers together to form a steeple shows interests, assertiveness and determination.

Touching the nose or rubbing eyes indicates discomfort.

A hand to the back of the neck may indicate withdrawal from a conversation.

Open Stance Interested people always have an erect posture, pay

attention and lean forward

A firm handshake will give the impression of assertiveness or honesty

People showing open hands, both feet planted on the ground are accepting

A head tilted to the side indicates interest

Closed Stance Leaning backwards demonstrates aloofness or rejection

Folding arms across ones chest or body is protective and gives the impression of a closed, guarded and defensive character.

People with arms folded, legs crossed and bodies turned away are signalling that they are rejecting messages.

A head down is negative and judgmental.

Space• There are four distinct zones in which most people

operate:

• Intimate Area 15-50 cm

• Personal Area 0.5-1m

• Social Area 1-3m

• General Area 3m

Do’s and the Don'ts How do I know as to what I am doing is right or

not ……..????OR

What is My Body Language like !!!!!

Let us find out.

Don’t cross your arms or legs

Have eye contact, but don’t stare

Relax your shoulders

Nod when they are talking

Don’t slouch, sit up straight

Smile and laugh

Keep your head up

Don’t fidget

Keep a good attitude

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MONIKA NISHTHANITIKAPRERNA &SMRITI

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