Interestingly, the farther a body part is from the brain, the less we are aware of what it’s doing. While most of us are experts at "faking" a facial expression, our feet often give us away.
Want to build instant trust? Subtly the other person's posture, gestures, or even speaking pace creates a subconscious sense of "equality" and comfort. When you mirror someone, you are nonverbally telling them, "I am like you, and I agree with you". However, the Peases warn to keep it subtle—obvious mimicry can quickly become "creepy". 4. Hands and Palms: The Language of Honesty
The Definitive Book of Body Language by Allan and Barbara Pease
Interestingly, the farther a body part is from the brain, the less we are aware of what it’s doing. While most of us are experts at "faking" a facial expression, our feet often give us away.
Want to build instant trust? Subtly the other person's posture, gestures, or even speaking pace creates a subconscious sense of "equality" and comfort. When you mirror someone, you are nonverbally telling them, "I am like you, and I agree with you". However, the Peases warn to keep it subtle—obvious mimicry can quickly become "creepy". 4. Hands and Palms: The Language of Honesty
The Definitive Book of Body Language by Allan and Barbara Pease