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Non-verbal Communication Cues

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Yawning

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Generally indicates tiredness or boredom. Misinterpretations: can be seen as a sign of rudeness or lack of interest in the present company or conversation.

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Rate of Speech

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Fast speech can indicate excitement or nervousness; slow speech can imply thoughtfulness or disinterest. Misinterpretations: may be misread dependent on the listener's expectations.

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Sighing

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Often a sign of exasperation or relief. Misinterpretations: may be perceived as boredom or impatience.

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Smiling

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Indicates friendliness, happiness, or politeness. Misinterpretations: may be fake or polite in some contexts, misread as insincere.

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Crossed Arms

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Can signal defensiveness or self-protection. Misinterpretations: may also simply mean comfort for the individual or a sign of being cold.

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Gestures

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Hand and arm movements can illustrate or emphasize speech. Misinterpretations: can be misread if gestures mean different things in different cultures.

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Posture

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Can indicate self-confidence, openness, or defensiveness. Misinterpretations: perceived as aggressive or uninterested depending on stance or cultural context.

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Nodding

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Shows agreement, acknowledgment, or encouragement. Misinterpretations: excessive nodding may appear insincere or as an automatic response without true engagement.

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Touch

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Can indicate support, sympathy, or dominance. Misinterpretations: touching can be seen as inappropriate or invasive in some contexts or cultures.

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Eye Rolling

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Conveys disapproval or annoyance. Misinterpretations: viewed as rude or disrespectful, particularly in professional or formal settings.

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Voice Pitch and Tone

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Can convey different emotional states or levels of formality. Misinterpretations: high pitch as lack of confidence or loudness as aggression.

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Personal Grooming

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Indicates self-awareness or attempts to impress. Misinterpretations: excessive grooming seen as vanity or lack of grooming as laziness or disinterest.

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Proximity

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Refers to physical distance in interactions. Intimacy or aggression vs. distant or disengaged can be misinterpreted depending on cultural norms and personal comfort.

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Fidgeting

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Sign of nervousness, impatience, or boredom. Misinterpretations: might be interpreted as unprofessional or disrespectful in certain situations.

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Mirroring

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Shows empathy and rapport. Misinterpretations: if not genuine, can be seen as mocking or insincere.

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Head Tilt

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Indicates interest or empathy. Misinterpretations: sometimes seen as a sign of confusion or a non-verbal questioning.

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Dress and Appearance

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Communicates social status, profession, or individuality. Misinterpretations: stereotypes based on appearance, misjudging based on attire.

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Eye Contact

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Indicates attentiveness, interest, or involvement. Misinterpretations: aggressive staring, lack of eye contact as disinterest or dishonesty.

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Facial Expressions

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Conveys emotions such as happiness, sadness, anger. Misinterpretations: may be misread if cultural differences in expression or if someone is masking their true feelings.

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Facial Symmetry

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Associated with attractiveness and trustworthiness. Misinterpretations: inconsistent associations across cultures, may not indicate personal qualities.

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