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“Non-verbal communication” is the name given to any form of communication that doesn’t involve speaking.
Apparently, non-verbal communication makes up two-thirds of all communication between humans – that must mean it’s important! Here are some examples of the most common types of non-verbal communication:
Facial Expressions
These aren’t always voluntary, and can often get us in trouble!
Social psychologists believe that you can tell a lot about how a person is feeling, just by looking at the way they stand. Examples of body language include:
These are really important, too – ever seen someone gesturing wildly with their hands when they’re excited? Common gestures include:
You might not think it, but clothing is actually really important when it comes to non-verbal communication. What somebody is wearing communicates a lot about their background, their financial status, their tastes, and their personality.
Apparently, non-verbal communication makes up two-thirds of all communication between humans – that must mean it’s important! Here are some examples of the most common types of non-verbal communication:
Facial Expressions
These aren’t always voluntary, and can often get us in trouble!
- Smiling and smirking
- Looking angry or shocked
- Raising an eyebrow
- Frowning
- Eye contact (the most important part of flirting)
Social psychologists believe that you can tell a lot about how a person is feeling, just by looking at the way they stand. Examples of body language include:
- Crossing your arms
- Leaning closer to someone
- Leaning away from someone
- Slouching
- Puffing your chest out
- Standing over someone
- Hiding behind hands or hair
These are really important, too – ever seen someone gesturing wildly with their hands when they’re excited? Common gestures include:
- Hand and arm movements (usually when explaining something)
- Winking
- Hand symbols and gestures
- Shaking your head
- Nodding
- Rolling your eyes
You might not think it, but clothing is actually really important when it comes to non-verbal communication. What somebody is wearing communicates a lot about their background, their financial status, their tastes, and their personality.
