How One Simple Movement Can Let Slip the Secrets of the
Mind
Body language is the quiet, secret and most
powerful language of all! It is said that our body movements communicate about
50 percent of what we really mean while words themselves only express 7 percent.
So, while your mouth is closed, just what is your body saying...
Arms. {{U}} {{U}} 1 {{/U}} {{/U}}If you keep your arms to
the sides of your body or behind your back, this suggests you are not afraid of
taking on whatever comes your way. {{U}} {{U}} 2 {{/U}} {{/U}}If
someone upsets you, just cross your arms to show you're unhappy!
Head. When you want to appear confident, keep your head level. If you are
monitor in class, you can also take on this position when you want your words to
be taken seriously. {{U}} {{U}} 3 {{/U}} {{/U}}
Legs. Your legs tend to move around a lot more than normal when you are nervous
or telling lies. If you are at interviews, try to keep them still!
Posture. A good posture makes you feel better about yourself. {{U}}
{{U}} 4 {{/U}} {{/U}}This makes breathing more difficult, which in
turn can make you feel nervous or uncomfortable. Mouth. When
you are thinking, you often purse your lips. You might also use this position to
hold back an angry comment you don't wish to show. {{U}} {{U}} 5
{{/U}} {{/U}} A．If you are feeling down, you normally don't
sit straight, with your shoulders inwards. B．If you are
pleased, you usually open your eyes wide and people can notice this.
C．Outgoing people generally use their arms with big movements, while
quieter people keep them close to their bodies. D．How you hold
your arms shows how open and receptive you are to people you meet.
E．However, it will probably still be noticed, and people will know you're
not pleased. F．However, to be friendly in listening or
speaking, you must move your head a little to one side.