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Tone of voice can influence the meaning of body language from "summary" of The Definitive Book of Body Language by Barbara Pease,Allan Pease
The way we speak can significantly impact how our body language is interpreted by others. Our tone of voice can either enhance or contradict the message we are trying to convey through our gestures and expressions. For instance, if we are discussing a topic with a serious tone of voice, our body language is likely to be more subdued and our facial expressions more somber. This alignment between our tone of voice and body language helps to reinforce the seriousness of the conversation. On the other hand, if our tone of voice is light and jovial while discussing a serious topic, our body language may seem out of place or confusing to the listener. ...
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