Body Language
Master the art of reading and using nonverbal communication to connect with others.
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Eye Blocking: What It Means & How to Read It
Eye blocking is one of the most informative body language cues. Learn the 5 forms, the science behind it, and how to read it in conversations and meetings.
The 5 Flirting Styles: Which One Do You Speak?
Discover Dr. Jeffrey Hall's 5 research-backed flirting styles. Learn your dominant style and why most flirting goes completely undetected.
Confident Posture: How the Way You Carry Yourself Shapes How You're Seen
How much does posture really change how people read you, and how you show up? Here's what holds up, plus simple ways to carry yourself with more presence.
How to Read People's Eye Direction and Behavior With 34 Cues
The eyes are indeed the window to the soul – and can help you read people. In this post I break down 34 eye behaviors and cues to uncover hidden emotions.
How to Identify a Shoplifter: 5 Key Signs to Spot
Shoplifting is much more common than you would think. Check out our video on The Science of Shoplifting to learn the warning signs for this rising crime.
How to Spot a Liar: 35 Clever Clues to Catch Them
You are lied to dozens of times every day--including little white lies. Here are six things you should know about when, why, and how people lie.
The "Not Face Expression": Ways to Read and Use It
Not face expression: 7 ways to spot, flip, and hide this sneaky disagreement cue in 2025!
RBF Face Fix: 8 Steps to Ditch RBF Forever
Are you stuck with resting bitch face (RBF)? Fear not! In this ultimate guide, you will learn the causes of RBF and how to cure it.
Look the Part: 10 Body Language Acting Tips
As an actor, body language plays a crucial role in your overall success in auditions, roleplay and performance. Mastering your nonverbal communication can set...
11 Best Websites on Lie Detection and Nonverbal Behavior
I love writing and researching human lie detection, nonverbal communication and human behavior, but I also have an amazing community of fellow authors and writers who share that passion.
Body Language for Teachers: 7 Tips For Class
Teachers have one of the hardest jobs in the world. They have to be informative and inspiring leaders. > Teachers have to be public...
Dog Body Language: How to Speak Canine
What does a tail wag mean? What does it mean when your dog perks their ears up? Learn what your dog is secrelty saying in this post!
28 Female Body Language Signs of Attraction to Watch For
Discover 28 science-backed female body language signs of attraction, from eye contact patterns to mirroring. Learn what research says about reading her signals.
Is Lie to Me Lying to You? The Truth Behind the Hit Show
You may have seen the show _Lie to Me_ at some point. In this TV show Tim Roth plays the deception expert Cal Lightman. Lightman is famous for spotting lies...
Best TV Shows to Practice Lie Detection
The art and science of human lie detection is a craft that must be honed. Accurately reading body language is also a tremendous skill that needs practice and...
Mirroring Body Language: 5 Steps To Successfully Mirror Others
Mirroring is a body language technique that can build rapport and increase attraction. Learn how to mirror with these 4 simple steps.
Body Language in Sports: How to Improve Your Winning Streak
The stadium is buzzing. The tension is palpable. New Zealand's national rugby team—commonly referred to as the All Blacks—line up in formation in front of...
How to Be More Attractive: 25 Rules to Increase Attraction
How do you become more attractive? The most attractive people know how to use body language. Here are 15 rules to increase your attraction.
Here's What Percentage of Communication is Nonverbal
Ever wondered how much of communication is really nonverbal? You've probably heard the claim that it's a whopping 93%, or maybe 55%, or some other oddly...
The 2024 Presidential Debate Body Language Analysis Guide
The debate is coming up, but there's one problem: What are the hidden signs to look for? Here's the exact body language cues to look for during the next 2024 Presidential debate to know exactly what Trump and Biden are really thinking.
Reading Male Body Language: 18 Signs He Secretly Likes You
"Is he into me?" Here are 18 male body language signs he's into you—plus how to read them in clusters so you're not fooled by any single cue.
115 Emojis You Should Know and Their (Hidden) Meanings in 2025
Learn about the most popular emojis. What do they mean? How can you incorporate them into your texting? Become an emoji master with this comprehensive guide.
Body Language In The Workplace: 15 Cues You Must Know
Managers, coworkers, new hires—how do you tell what they're thinking? Here are 15 cues to determine body language in the workplace.
Face Reading: What Science Says About Reading Faces
Discover what face reading actually reveals, backed by science. Learn microexpressions, snap judgments, and why traditional physiognomy falls short.
Fake Smile Or Genuine Smile? Duchenne Smiles, Explained
Learn the science to differentiate between a genuine Duchenne smile and a fake smile and also some practical tips on how to produce a more genuine smile yourself.
How to Read People's Eye Direction and Behavior (34 Eye Cues)
Here are 34 eye behaviors, what each one really signals, and where the popular reading of eye contact, pupils, and gaze direction goes wrong.
How to Tell If Someone Likes You: 6 Signs Backed by Research
Wondering how to tell if someone likes you? Here are 6 nonverbal and behavioral signs of attraction that hold up in the research, plus how to read them without overthinking.
Digital Body Language: 16 Tips to Build Rapport (w/ Science)
Digital body language is how you come across online: your replies, your tone, your video calls and profiles. Science-backed tips to build rapport and trust.
Zoolander Body Language: The Real Science Behind Blue Steel
The Zoolander look is a real body language move. Here's what a narrowed eye and pressed lips actually communicate, and how to use them without looking cold.
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How to Spot a Liar [CBS Mornings Appearance]
Ever wondered if you could be a human lie detector? Research finds there are common red flags to deception. Vanessa recently visited CBS Mornings in New York...
What to Do With Your Hands: 12 Science-Backed Techniques
Learn 12 research-backed hand gesture techniques that make you more persuasive, confident, and trustworthy in presentations, meetings, and conversations.
Body Language for Leaders: 14 Science-Backed Cues for Trust
Master 14 research-backed body language cues that build trust and authority. Learn the warmth + competence framework, the 50/70 eye contact rule, and more.
How to Smile Better: 8 Science-Backed Techniques
Learn 8 research-backed techniques to improve your smile, from the Duchenne Upgrade to the tongue trick. Plus the science of when to smile and when to hold back.
Best Pitch Decks: Science-Backed Secrets From 10 Legendary Presentations
Discover the 10 best pitch decks of all time and the neuroscience behind why they worked. Data-backed tips on structure, design, and delivery.
Morgan Freeman Body Language: 8 Charisma Secrets You Can Steal
How is Morgan Freeman so likable? Here are 8 cues he uses, from the yawning voice trick to the triple nod, and how to practice each one.
How to Do Celebrity Impressions Using Body Language
Learn how to do celebrity impressions using body language, facial expressions, vocal techniques, and gestures. Step-by-step tips from science.
How to Sound Famous: Vocal Charisma Secrets from Obama & Celebrities
Learn how to sound famous with 5 research-backed vocal techniques. Discover the science behind Obama's vocal authority, celebrity voice training, and more.
Condescending Body Language: Showing "I'm Better Than You"
How does "I'm better than you" show up nonverbally? Here's a guide to the most common condescending body language cues—and how to respond when you spot them.
14 Easy Interview Body Language Hacks To Land Your Next Job
Are you doing your best in a job interview? How you don't talk matters. These 14 body language cues will help you ace your next job interview.
22 Secret Tips to Master The Proper Handshake
Want to know how the pros handshake? From business situations, to networking events, and even handshaking with your in-laws, here are my top 22 tips to nail your next handshake.
Psychology of Advertising: 21 Principles That Drive Purchases
Discover 21 research-backed psychological principles behind effective advertising, from the Pratfall Effect to the Peak-End Rule, each with a tip you can use this week.
How to Reject Someone Nicely Using 15 Body Language Cues
If you want to avoid that awkward did-he-just-touch-my butt-moment, learn the subtle art of rejection with these anti-dating body language tricks.
17 Body Language Presentation Cues to Use in Your Next Speech
I used to shake, stutter, and simmer during presentations. Now I confidently own my speeches. Here are my top 17 body language tips for any presentation.
Aggressive Body Language: 15 Cues and How to De-escalate
Spot the telltale signs of aggression before things escalate. Here are 15 body language cues, from jaw clenching to target glancing, and how to de-escalate them.
15 Nose Body Language Cues (Rubbing, Touching & More)
Do you "nose" all your body language? What does it mean when someone touches their nose, flares it, or rapidly inhales? Here's your ultimate nose guide.
23 Confident Body Language Cues Every Woman Should Know
Learn 23 research-backed confident body language cues for women, from open posture to eye contact techniques that project authority and warmth.
Ear Body Language: 7 Cues You Need to Know
Decode ear body language with 7 science-backed cues: ear touching, earlobe pulling, red ears, and more. Learn what these signals really mean.
39 Mouth Body Language Gestures to Spot in Your Next Convo
We don't usually think of the mouth as body language, but lips, tongue, and smile cues can hint at hidden emotions—here's how to read them without overreading.
10 Shoulder Body Language Cues (and How to Read Them)
Decode shoulder body language like an expert. Learn 10 shoulder cues that reveal confidence, attraction, uncertainty, and stress.
26 Head Body Language Gestures to Get You A-Head of the Game
Our heads control everything—every slight movement has meaning. Here are the 26 head body language gestures you can use to reveal hidden emotions.
60 Hand Gestures You Should Be Using and Their Meaning
Discover 60 powerful hand gestures backed by science. Learn their meanings, when to use them, and how they can make you more persuasive.
Hands on Hips Body Language: 10 Hip Cues to Decode
Decode 10 hip body language cues backed by research, from the classic hands-on-hips stance to the Monroe Walk, fig leaf position, and more.
17 Hidden Nonverbal Cues You Should Know: Neck Body Language
Rubbing the neck, scratching it, keeping it exposed—what do all these gestures mean? In this body language guide, I break down 17 gestures of the neck.
How to Get Someone to Open Up Using 20 Body Language Cues
Covered chest, hand on chest, pat on the back—what do all these cues mean? Learn the hidden body language of the torso with these 20 gestures.
Arm Body Language: Crossed Arms and 17 More Cues to Know
Decode arm body language with 18 research-backed cues. Learn what crossed arms really mean, plus tips for reading fists, palms, elbows, and more.
20 Leg Body Language Cues To Help You Analyze ANY Situation
Why do people cross their legs? What does your sitting posture say about you? In this article, I explore 20 leg body language cues you should know.
Proxemics: How to Use the 4 Zones of Personal Space
How good are you at using proxemics in your conversations and presentations? This guide is all about proxemics, examples, and their meanings.
5 Powerful Reasons Why Body Language is Important
Do you want to be the most powerful person in the room? How about instantly building rapport— without saying a word? Here's why your body language is important.
Feet Behavior - The Untapped Body Language You Should Know
Feet are an easy-to-overlook source of body language clues. Here are 18 foot and feet cues to watch for, and how to read them in context without overreading.
How to Read Microexpressions: The 7 Facial Expressions Guide
Learn the 7 universal microexpressions with photos and science-backed tips. Spot hidden emotions in faces using Paul Ekman's research.
10 Handshake Alternatives: Greet Anyone Without the Germs
Discover 10 science-backed handshake alternatives, from fist bumps to the eyebrow flash. Learn how to greet anyone warmly without shaking hands.
How to Pick the Right Seat in a Meeting Every Time
Learn the psychology of seating arrangements and how to pick the perfect seat in any meeting. Science-backed tips for conference rooms, events, and more.
Video Emails: Why They Work and How to Send Them
Learn why video emails get 96% more clicks than text, plus step-by-step instructions for recording and sending them in Gmail, Outlook, and iPhone.
How to Improve Your Observation Skills (with Science-Backed Tips)
Sharpen your observation skills with research-backed techniques from Dr. David Matsumoto, microexpression science, and practical exercises.
How to Read People: 7 Body Language Cues Decoded
Learn how to read people with 7 research-backed body language cues. Decode facial expressions, gestures, posture, and vocal tone like a pro.