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It's often said that a single picture can speak volumes – and the same holds true for gestures. We unknowingly express our true emotions through body movements and gestures. Here are 25 examples of body language.
Gestures 1 – 5
Gesture: Quick, upright walk Meaning: Self-assurance
Gesture: Standing with hands on hips Meaning: Alertness, assertiveness
Gesture: Sitting with crossed legs, foot tapping lightly Meaning: Disinterest
Gesture: Sitting with legs spread apart Meaning: Comfortable, laid-back
Gesture: Arms folded across the chest Meaning: Guarded, protective
Gestures 6 – 10
Gesture: Walking with hands in pockets and shoulders hunched Meaning: Sadness, discouragement
Gesture: Hand resting on the cheek Meaning: Contemplation, consideration
Gesture: Gently rubbing the nose Meaning: Disagreement, uncertainty, deception
Gesture: Rubbing the eye Meaning: Skepticism, astonishment
Gesture: Hands clasped behind the back Meaning: Anger, frustration, nervousness
Gestures 11 – 15
Gesture: Crossing the ankles Meaning: Nervousness
Gesture: Resting the head on a hand, eyes looking downward Meaning: Indifference, disengagement
Gesture: Rubbing hands together Meaning: Eagerness, excitement
Gesture: Sitting with hands behind the head and legs crossed Meaning: Self-assurance, dominance
Gesture: Open palm Meaning: Honesty, transparency, trustworthiness
Gestures 16 – 20
Gesture: Pinching the bridge of the nose, eyes shut Meaning: Negative judgment
Gesture: Tapping or drumming fingers Meaning: Restlessness
Gesture: Steepling fingers Meaning: Commanding, dominant
Gesture: Gently patting or touching hair Meaning: Low self-esteem, uncertainty
Gesture: Rapidly tilting head Meaning: Curiosity
Gestures 21 – 25
Gesture: Stroking the chin Meaning: Attempting to make a choice
Gesture: Looking downward, turning away from others Meaning: Shock, disbelief
Gesture: Biting nails Meaning: Anxiety, unease
Gesture: Tugging or pulling at the ear Meaning: Uncertainty, indecision
Gesture: Holding the head at a prolonged tilt Meaning: Disinterest, boredom
Source: SPARC
