Thoughtful questions often prompt thoughtful analysis and recently a series of questions from a reader regarding "micro-expressions" had such an effect on me. His questions made me stop and think ...

It's crucial to remember that these are just indicators, not irrefutable proof. Stress, nervousness, or even cultural differences can mimic some of these behaviors. The key is to look for clusters of ...

We’ve all been there: mid-story, mid-vent, mid-enthusiastic ramble, and suddenly the other person’s energy shifts. Their ...

Max Wagner shares the crucial aspects of body language that can give away more than a thousand words. From proximity to tonality, eye contact to hesitation, and even those pesky facial expressions, ...

Jessica Taubert receives funding from the Australian Research Council. She is affiliated with the National Institute of Mental Health, USA. In 2020, as the COVID-19 pandemic drove a surge in remote ...

Verbal communication covers what we say, the words we’re saying, whether spoken or signed. So, is body language a language? Short answer: no. Body language is not a standalone language in the ...