You can deduce a lot from someone's body language. Whether it's nervousness or disinterest, you can tell it all from a person's demeanor. 10x Bad body language that you need to get rid of as soon as possible. Watch your attitude, because before you know it you are sending the wrong signal.
You can make up your own words and they can hide the truth. What is much more important than one's words is the body language. You can say so much more with this than with words. For example, someone may appear to be listening attentively, but the attitude actually indicates that the person is not interested at all. So they listen purely out of politeness and not because you are really interesting. This is a fact that you have to take into account. This also prevents a lot of troubles in a relationship or friendship. By looking closely at the other person, you can understand more than can ever be said with words.
Below are 10 examples of bad body language. This is now based on yourself, but with these tips you can also analyze the attitude of others and draw your conclusions.
A lanky posture is something that can creep in over time and says a lot about yourself. It indicates that you are insecure. If you hold this position for too long, it will become a habit. The signal you send with this is that you are insecure and have little self-confidence. Therefore, walk upright as much as possible.
If you want to appear assertive, you can try to walk upright. This indicates to people that you know what you want and can set limits. You stand up for yourself, without crossing the boundaries of the other.
Most people cross their arms or legs when sitting somewhere. If you're alone it's not that big of a problem. You simply indicate that you want peace and no need for a chat. However, if you do the same when you are talking to someone, this shows that you:
If you just keep your arms and legs loose, where your hands are simply visible, then you are open to the other.
Fiddling with fingers or your ring can be a habit that has crept in because you are in a stressful situation, for example. However, if you fidget with your hair, twist your ring or, for example, constantly look at your watch during a conversation, it indicates that you are bored. It can also come across as if you are not interested and would rather be somewhere else. Are you nervous because you have a job interview, for example? Then don't show this by fiddling with everything.
A habit that you mainly see in men. This is often a habit of men to take a break from all the stress. However, if you do this in the presence of others, it may appear that you do not feel comfortable with the other person. It can also be a sign of concern.
Biting nails is a nasty habit that you have to get rid of as soon as possible. Your hands are your calling card and bitten nails do your hands no good in many ways. People can judge you for gnawed nails because it doesn't look well cared for. In addition, biting nails in the presence of others is not tasty:they see an adult with their fingers in their mouth.
A well-known proverb says:the eyes are the mirror of the soul. Not surprising when you consider that eyes reveal more about how you feel than your words can say. For example, someone can say that they are happy and happy, but the eyes show otherwise. That is why it is very important not to have too much or too little eye contact. Too little eye contact can indicate:
Too much eye contact means just the opposite. With this you unconsciously indicate that you feel better than the other person, you can even come across as aggressive. This can make the other person feel uncomfortable and that is the last thing you would want. A good balance of eye contact is therefore a must.
Whether consciously or unconsciously:if you constantly look at someone else during a conversation or you stare into the distance, you are distracted and you indicate that you have little or no interest in your conversation partner. You may be listening, but the other person cannot tell from your body language. Are you talking to someone? Then make sure to look at this person from time to time and respond with more than just yes or okay.
It can just happen to you:your boss says something and you roll your eyes. That way, your boss doesn't have to ask further what you think about a particular situation. You just made it clear with your eyes. Rolling your eyes, whether during a conversation with a friend or on the street, shows that you have no interest in the other person. Or even worse:that you absolutely do not agree with it and think it is nonsense. In addition, it can be a sign of boredom and annoyance.
Sometimes situations in our lives are so complicated that we forget to smile. Laughing is not only healthy, a smile also shows that you are confident. In addition, with a smile you also show that you are an open person. People will then approach you faster. In any case, a smile gives a positive feeling to the person who is standing or sitting opposite you. Note:make sure you really smile. With a fake smile you achieve the opposite:you not only come across as fake, but also unreliable and insecure.
Of course not everyone is the same. If you're shy, it can be difficult to seem enthusiastic if you can't put it into words, for example. Still, you can make up for a lot with your body language if you're not a big talker yourself. For example, you can show your enthusiasm by mirroring the attitude of the other person. A smile and a little encouragement also make up for a lot.
Did you know that actions and in this case your attitude can say more than 1000 words? Next time, therefore, do not only pay attention to your own body language, but also to that of someone else.
