Watch for congruence between words and body language from "summary" of You Say More Than You Think by Janine Driver,Mariska van Aalst
When observing others, keep in mind that people may not always say what they mean. In fact, they may be saying the complete opposite of what their body language is communicating. This is why it is crucial to pay close attention to the alignment between someone's words and their nonverbal cues. This alignment, or lack thereof, can reveal a great deal about a person's true thoughts and feelings.
For example, if someone says they are excited about a new project, but their body language shows signs of anxiety or discomfort, it is likely that they are not as enthusiastic as they claim to be. In this case, their body language is contradicting their words, indicating that there may be underlying issues or concerns that they are not expressing verbally.
On the other hand, when someone's words and body language are in sync, it suggests that they are being genuine and authentic in their communication. This congruence between verbal and nonverbal cues is a strong indicator of trustworthiness and transparency. It allows for clearer and more effective communication, as there ar...
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