3). Pick one concept from the assigned reading, that has not already been discussed this week, that you found useful or interesting and discuss it.
I found the concept of trying to figure out what nonverbal messages mean very interesting. The book covers the first layer of nonverbal messages, but I actually have the book called "Definitive Book of Body Languages" which carefully explains and illustrates what each body stance means and how we can better understand people by knowing what they're saying when they're not saying anything verbally.
I am far from an expert in body languages and I am not sure how correct the data is, but it does seem to explain a lot of things and why people do and act certain ways.
I am able to say things to people and they immediately agree with me, because I've determined from their body language what they need and or want.
For instance, when somebody has their hands clasped behind their back, it usually means that the person is frustrated and or angry; Or when somebody is tugging on their hair or biting their fingernails, it can be a really dirty habit, but it can also mean that the person lacks self-confidence and thus he/she is nervous.
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Hi Siral,
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading your post about trying to figure out what nonverbal messages mean. I have never read any books on this topic; however, I have taken many classes at work to be able to read some body languages. I too am not an expert, but it is interesting to know that when someone has their hands folded over their chests, be aware as they are totally closed off to hearing anything you say at this time. For example, if you are giving a speech in front of a class, you will notice a variety of nonverbal messages both positive and negative. I agree with your interpretation of someone who is biting their nails or playing with their hair which indicates this person is quite nervous or lacks self-confidence.
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Paris
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ReplyDeleteBody language can tell you a lot about a person and what they are feeling. I have read that a persons body language may reveal things about them that they do not mean to reveal. Body language may tell if a person is nervous, anxious, uneasy, or even if they are being truthful or not. Our body language can tell others if we are open or closed off, confident, shy or upset. If you become good at reading the signs associated with these feelings, then you can easily read the people that you come into contact with.
Hi Siral! I agree, nonverbal messages are quite interesting to study. Standing in certain positions can convey messages a person does not consciously intend to send. From your perspective and experience, how accurate is the book "Definitive Book of Body Language"?
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