In almost any aspect of our social lives, the ability to interpret accurately the signals of body language, and to manage the impression we are giving to others, may be critical to our success, or even our survival.
Glen WilsonObviously, people should be free to present themselves any way they like but they need to be aware that every choice has consequences with respect to how they are perceived. We all have choices to make about how we present ourselves to others but we need to be aware of their likely impact.
Glen WilsonThe first impression sets the stage for further interaction.
Glen WilsonRegardless of expense, the way we are dressed can show how much pride we take in ourselves and how we value cleanliness. The impression given can range from careless and sloppy to precious and obsessional. Perhaps the most important thing is to be appropriate; we are generally most comfortable when wearing the right thing for the occasion.
Glen WilsonThe reason we can assess people so rapidly is that we compare what we see before us with a set of previously established stereotypes - expectations based on what we have been told and what we have gained from past experience. Usually there is some element of truth in these stereotypes but they can also be misleading.
Glen WilsonShoe style and condition is a key marker of economic status and prestige.
Glen WilsonResearch shows that women do judge status by the car men drive. Luxury cars convey high status. When a woman drives a sports car, it is perceived as a slightly aggressive show of independence and can be intimidating to a man.
Glen WilsonGestural codes differ from place to place and there is great scope for misunderstanding.
Glen WilsonWe may not be aware of the exact significance of each gesture but the overall impression is usually quite accurate.
Glen WilsonWhere body language conflicts with the words that are being said, the body language will usually be the more 'truthful' in the sense of revealing true feelings.
Glen WilsonTags: body-language
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