
Decode body language to uncover what words hide in any conversation.
People who nod subtly while listening are perceived as more trustworthy even by strangers, boosting persuasion dramatically.
Crossed arms can signal openness when shielding a story, not defensiveness, depending on gesture timing and context.
Smiling while delivering bad news reduces negative impact more than a neutral or serious expression, confounding expectations.
The direction of your feet reveals true intent; feet pointing away from a speaker predict whether you’ll agree shortly after.

People who nod subtly while listening are perceived as more trustworthy even by strangers, boosting persuasion dramatically.
Crossed arms can signal openness when shielding a story, not defensiveness, depending on gesture timing and context.
Smiling while delivering bad news reduces negative impact more than a neutral or serious expression, confounding expectations.
The direction of your feet reveals true intent; feet pointing away from a speaker predict whether you’ll agree shortly after.