Post #4
1. Communication Skills
1.2. Body Language and Physical Communication.

Part 1. Working on your body language before and during communication.

Neurologists believe our body is a more important instrument of communication than verbal language, which accounts for only 7% of communication, while the rest can be attributed to physical behaviour. It’s important to pay attention to facial expressions, gestures, the way we sit, how fast or how loud we talk, how close to our partner we stand, how much eye contact we make, posture, and tone of voice— all this speaks louder than words. Working on your body language can help you connect with others, express what you really mean, and build better relationships. It can show if you’re really listening or being truthful.

It’s true that physical communication doesn’t stop when you stop speaking. It’s an unconscious and natural method of communication and can’t be faked. Sure, you can learn certain postures or gestures, but unless you’re a professional actor or truly self-confident, it’s unlikely you’ll manage to take full control of your body and not give away your true feelings, for example, in a meeting.

A Harvard professor in social psychology argues that body language is an effective tool even before communication starts. Watch the following video and learn how to use body language to feel happy or powerful, as your body can influence your mind and affect the level of stress and confidence you experience before communicating. Your body language shapes who you are.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ks-_Mh1QhMc

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