Guide Newbie guide to understanding body language ( EVERYONE GTFIN )

[Nihilus]

- Dear Looksmaxxers -​

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What Is Body Language?​

Body language refers to the nonverbal signals we use to communicate. These cues play a significant role in our daily interactions, accounting for 60% to 65% of all communication. Here are some key components of body language:

1. Facial Expressions: Our faces convey a wealth of information. A smile can indicate approval or happiness, while a frown might signal disapproval or unhappiness. Facial expressions can reveal emotions such as happiness, sadness, anger, surprise, disgust, fear, confusion, excitement, desire, and even contempt.
2. Eye Gaze: Where someone looks can reveal their interest, attention, or discomfort. Maintaining eye contact suggests engagement, while avoiding it may indicate nervousness or disinterest.
3. Gestures: Hand movements, nods, winks, and thumbs-ups are all part of our nonverbal repertoire. These gestures can express agreement, curiosity, or even annoyance.
4. Posture: How we hold ourselves—whether slouched, upright, or leaning—speaks volumes. Confident posture exudes self-assuredness, while a hunched stance might convey insecurity.
5. Personal Distance: The space we maintain between ourselves and others reflects our comfort level. Standing too close or too far away can reveal social dynamics and emotions.

Easy-to-Identify Signs​

1. Smiles and Frowns​

• Smile: Indicates approval, happiness, or friendliness.
• Frown: Suggests disapproval, unhappiness, or concern.

2. Eye Contact​

• Maintained Eye Contact: Signals engagement and interest.
• Avoiding Eye Contact: May indicate nervousness, discomfort, or deception.

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3. Hand Gestures​

• Thumbs-Up: Conveys agreement or approval.
• Pointing: Draws attention to something specific.
• Crossed Arms: Can indicate defensiveness or disagreement.

4. Posture​

• Upright Posture: Reflects confidence and openness.
• Slouched Posture: May suggest fatigue or lack of interest.

5. Facial Expressions​

• Raised Eyebrows and Slight Smile: A trustworthy expression that conveys friendliness and confidence.
• Pursed Lips: Signals anger, contempt, or bitterness
• Crow’s Feet (Smile Lines): Authentic joy or laughter

example of pursed lips​

Remember Context​

While these signs are helpful, always consider the context. Look at multiple cues together rather than focusing on a single action. For example, a smile combined with direct eye contact and open posture indicates genuine warmth. while a smile with eyes that stares into your soul may indicate that the person infront of you is trying to manipulate you .
it takes practice to learn how to read and identify those signs

Conclusion​

Mastering body language allows you to understand others better and enhance your own communication. So, observe, practice, and become a skilled interpreter of nonverbal cues.

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[Uglyblackpiller]

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[Nihilus]

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[Nihilus]

As a person with Asperger’s thanks

just sharing my knowledge

 

[Uglyblackpiller]

just sharing my knowledge

I got it good though because unlike most people with it I’m in a few ap and honors classes and I don’t have a learning disability

 

[Nihilus]

bump

 

[Nihilus]

@pslgodduckz

 

[pslgodduckz]

@pslgodduckz

why havent i seen this good thread btw

 

[Nihilus]

why havent i seen this good thread btw

idk you were absent

 

[pslgodduckz]

idk you were absent

yeah sorry i havent been on lately

 

[Nihilus]

yeah sorry i havent been on lately

its okay babe

 

[sexlesstosexles]

Its far more complicated than this.

• Maintained Eye Contact: Signals engagement and interest.
• Avoiding Eye Contact: May indicate nervousness, discomfort, or deception.

someone avoiding eye contact may have a crush on that person. and maintaining eye contact could be a sign of hostility. which is why you need an app to analyze body language using various metrics.

Could be utopian/dystopian if someone developed an app to analyze body language, in order to see if someone likes you or not. the app would probably give false readings a lot though. Would help autists overall