微表情--身体语言信号

1、Body languageBody languageWhat: Body language is a kind of nonverbal communication, where thoughts, intentions, or feelings are expressed by physical behaviors, such as facial expressions, body posture, gestures, eye movement, touch and the use of space. Part1Part1： Facial expressionsFacial expressi

2、onsVSVS I dont care about you DisrespectThe real relationship between Obama and his wifeThe real relationship between Obama and his wife？Part2:Body posturePart2:Body posturev Emotions can also be detected through body postures. Research has shown that body postures are more accurately recognized whe

3、n an emotion is compared with a different or neutral emotion. For example, a person feeling angry would portray dominance over the other, and his/her posture displays approach tendencies. Comparing this to a person feeling fearful: he/she would feel weak, submissive and his/her posture would display

4、 avoidance tendencies, the opposite of an angry person.v Sitting or standing postures also indicate ones emotions. A person sitting till the back of his/her chair, leans forward with his/her head nodding along with the discussion implies that he/she is open, relaxed and generally ready to listen. On

5、 the other hand, a person who has his/her legs and arms crossed with the foot kicking slightly implies that he/she is feeling impatient and emotionally detached from the discussion.vTurn one foot to the sidevYou want to end the conversation. A feet after a footv 1. someone is interested in sth.v 2.

6、ready for sth.v 3. have sth. urgent to deal with.vlegs apart.vGet others attention/ afraid to be looked downvTake a stand for private space.vCrossed legsCrossed legs 1. feel comfortable and relaxed, which will help to build a harmonious atmosphere. 2. confident about sth. vAnkle crossedAnkle crossed

7、 feel uncomfortable and insecure. restrict their action. Rub legsvCalm down and reduce pressurevDown under the tableLean towards peopleLean towards people1.1. Express approval of Express approval of their words.their words.2.2. Feel at ease.Feel at ease.Lean away from someone.Lean away from someone.

8、v A sign of being bored and A sign of being bored and uninterested.uninterested.v Disagree others ideasDisagree others ideas Shrug Shrugv Not familiar with sth.Not familiar with sth.v Suspect.Suspect. Stretch body Stretch bodyv Feel at ease and confident.Feel at ease and confident.v Hostile and arro

9、gant when talking about a serious Hostile and arrogant when talking about a serious issue.issue.vHands on hipsHands on hipsvDirection of thumbsDirection of thumbs before: have some doubtsbefore: have some doubts after: a strong desire for control after: a strong desire for control Hands up around th

10、e head Hands up around the headvQuiet sure about sth.vdominate tendency put arms behind back put arms behind back(Posture of empire)(Posture of empire)Keep a certain distance Keep a certain distance from me.from me.Part 3: postures1. posture can provide a significant amount of important information

11、on nonverbal communication and emotional cues. 2. Psychological studies have shown the effects of body posture on emotions. 3. Currently, many studies have shown that certain patterns of body movements are indicative of specific emotions. Researchers studied sign language and found that even non-sig

12、n language users can determine emotions from only hand movements. Gesture of Steeply type vYou are confident about your words such as hosting a meeting ,giving a speech, reporting works and negotiating. fingers crossed. fingers crossed.Lack of confidence.Lack of confidence. rub hands rub hands relie

13、ve anxiety Touch neckv Feel uneasy and uncomfortable v Get rid of terrified situationv 感到不安、不适、恐惧或忧虑时，人们会用手掩盖劲窝。vRub foreheadvHesitate. Hard to make a decisionvFeel uncomfortable（sick）vTrue smile VS false smileTrue smile VS false smilev True: Mouth upv False: lip towards the earGestures around the w

14、orldOne persons positive gesture may be another One persons positive gesture may be another persons insult.persons insult.The world is full of non-verbal gestures that can The world is full of non-verbal gestures that can mean the exact opposite in different cultures.mean the exact opposite in diffe

15、rent cultures.Some examples of the type of gestures an Some examples of the type of gestures an international business traveler is likely to come international business traveler is likely to come across.across. Eye contacts- Encouraged in America, Canada, Europe- Rude in most Asian countries and in

16、Africa Winking eye- Sharing secret in America and Europe- flirtatious gesture in other countries Closed eyes- bored or sleepy in America- “Im listening and concentrating.” in Japan, Thailand, ChinaEYESEYESEARSEARSEar grasp- “Im sorry.” in parts of IndiaCupping the ear- “I cant hear you.” in all soci

17、etiesPulling ear- “You are in my heart” for Navajo IndiansFINGERSFINGERS* The “O.K.” signal. (the thumb and forefinger form a circle) means* “fine,” or “O.K.” in most cultures,* “zero” or “worthless” in some parts of Europe* “money” in Japan* an insult in Greece, Brazil, Italy, Turkey, Russia and so

18、me other countriesLIPSLIPSKiss. In parts of Asia, kissing is considered an intimate sexual act and not permissible in public, even as a social greeting.Finger tip kiss. In France, it conveys several messages, “Thats good!” “Thats great!” “Thats beautiful!.”NOSENOSEHolding the nose- “Something smells

19、 bad.” universalNose tap- “Its confidential.” England- “Watch out!” or Be careful.” ItalyARMSARMSSome cultures, like the Italians, use the arms freely. Others, like the Japanese, are more reserved; it is considered impolite to gesticulate with broad movements of the arms.Folding arms are interpreted by some social observers as a form of excluding self, “I am taking a defensive posture,” or “I disagree with what I am hearing.”A A Becoming sens