Presentation On BODY LANGUAGE

Body Language

BODILY SPEAKING
According to the social anthropologist, Edward T. Hall, in a normal conversation between two persons, less than 35% of the social meanings is actually transmitted by words. So, at least 65% of it is conveyed through the body (non-verbal channel).

Proxemics
Proxemics is the study of how people use and perceive the physical space around them. The space between the sender and the receiver of a message influences the way the message is interpreted.

 The perception and use of space varies significantly across cultures[3] and different settings within cultures. Space in nonverbal communication may be divided into four main categories: intimate, social, personal, and public space.(Scott Mclean, 1969) The distance between communicators will also depend on gender, status, and social role.

 Primary territory: this refers to an area that is associated with someone who has exclusive use of it. For example, a house that others cannot enter without the owners permission. Secondary territory: unlike the previous type, there is no right to occupancy, but people may still feel some degree of ownership of a particular space. For example, someone may sit in the same 6 seat on train every day and feel

 Public territory: this refers to an area that is available to all, but only for a set period, such as a parking space or a seat in a library. Although people have only a limited claim over that space, they often exceed that claim. For example, it was found that people take longer to leave a parking space when someone is waiting to take that space. Interaction territory: this is space created by others when they are interacting. For example, when a group is talking to each other on a footpath, others will walk 7 around the group rather than disturb it.

Chronemics
Chronemics is the study of the use of time in nonverbal communication. The way we perceive time, structure our time and react to time is a powerful communication tool, and helps set the stage for communication. Time perceptions include punctuality and willingness to wait, the speed of speech and how long people are willing to listen. The timing and frequency of 8 an action as well as the tempo and rhythm of communications within an

 Monochronic time schedule (M-time): Time is seen as being very important and it is characterized by a linear pattern where the emphasis is on the use of time schedules and appointments. Time is viewed as something that can be controlled or wasted by individuals, and people tend to do one thing at a time. The M-pattern is typically found in North America and 9 Northern Europe.

 Polychronic time schedule (P-time): Personal involvement is more important than schedules where the emphasis lies on personal relationships rather than keeping appointments on time. This is the usual pattern that is typically found in Latin America and the Middle East.

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Kinesics is the study of body movements, facial expressions, and gestures. It was developed by anthropologist Ray L. Birdwhistell in the 1950s. Kinesic behaviors include mutual gaze, smiling, facial warmth or pleasantness, childlike behaviors, direct body orientation, and the like.Birdwhistell proposed the term kineme to describe a minimal unit of visual expression, in analogy to a phoneme which is a minimal unit of sound.[5]
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Lets Examine How Body Communicates, from Head to Toes

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HEAD
- Nodding the head
- Yes in most societies - No in some parts of Greece, Yugoslavia, Bulgaria, and Turkey

- Tossing the head backward

- yes in Thailand, the Philippines, India, Laos

- Rocking head slowly, back and forth

- yes, Im listening in most Asian cultures
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FACE
* Facial expressions reflect emotion, feelings and attitudes, but.. * The Asians are sometimes known as - emotionless - mixed-up emotion

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FACE

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EYES
It was Einstein's birthday and he was being - Encouraged in He stuck Canada, Europe hounded by photographers.America, his tongue out Rude in most Asian countries and in - in exasperation trying to ruin the photo. (I mean, if he were an actor Africa alive today he might have grabbed a * and thrown it on the cameraRaising eyebrows ground. . . ) Of course, his plan backfired. Since the - Yes in Thailand and some Asian scientist had such a reputation for being countries quirky, the photo was just seen as another example-of Hello in the Philippines his irascible charm, and it's become one of the most famous pictures of * Winking eye Einstein ever taken.

* Eye contacts

- Sharing secret in America and Europe - flirtatious gesture in other countries

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EYES (Contd)
* Closed eyes
- bored or sleepy in America - Im listening and concentrating. in Japan, Thailand, China

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EARS
* Ear grasp
- Im sorry. in parts of India

* Cupping the ear

- I cant hear you. in all societies

* Pulling ear
- You are in my heart for Navajo Indians

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NOSE
* Holding the nose
- Something smells bad. universal

* Nose tap
- Its confidential. England - Watch out! or "Be careful. Italy

* Pointing to nose
- Its me. Japan

* Blowing nose
- In most Asian countries, blowing the nose at social gathering is disgusting.
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CHEEKS
* Cheek screw
- gesture of praise - Italy - Thats crazy. Germany

* Cheek stroke
- pretty, attractive, success most Europe

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ARMS
* Some cultures, like the Italians, use the arms freely. Others, like the Japanese, are more reserved; it is considered impolite to gesticulate with broad movements of the arms. * Folding arms are interpreted by some social observers as a form of excluding self, I am taking a defensive posture, or I disagree with what I am hearing.

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ARMS (Contd)
* Arms akimbo
In many cultures, this stance signals aggression, resistance, impatience, or even anger.

* Arms behind back

hands grasped is a sign of ease and control.

* Arms in front,
hands grasped, common practice in most Asian countries, is a sign of mutual respect for others.
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HANDS
* Of all the body parts, the hands are probably used most for communicating non-verbally. * Hand waves are used for greetings, beckoning, or farewells. * The Italian good-bye wave can be interpreted by Americans as the gesture of come here. * The American good-bye wave can be interpreted in many parts of Europe and Latin America as the signal for no.

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HANDS (Contd)
* Handshaking is a form of greeting in most Western cultures. * In the Middle East, a gentle grip is appropriate. * In most Asian cultures, a gentle grip and an avoidance of direct eye contact is appropriate.

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HANDS (Contd)
* Right hand. The right hand has special significance in many societies. In certain countries in the Middle East and in Asia, it is best to present business cards or gifts, or to pass dishes of food, to get an attention, using only the right hand or both. * Left hand is considered unclean in much of the Middle East and in parts of Indonesia.

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FINGERS
Thumb-up means:
* O.K. good job or fine in most cultures, * Up yours! in Australia * Five in Japan; One in Germany * Avoid a thumb-up in these countries: Australia, New Zealand, Greece, Turkey, Iran, Russia, and most African countries.
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FINGERS (Contd)
Pointing.
* Pointing with the index finger is common in North America and Europe. * But it is considered impolite in Japan and China where they favor using the whole open hand. * Malaysians prefer pointing with the thumb.
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LEGS AND FEET

* In Asia, do not point with your toes. * In Asia and some European countries, putting feet up on a desk or any other piece of furniture is very disrespectful. * Sitting cross-legged, while common in North America and some European countries, is very impolite in other parts of the world.

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WALKING
Walking can reflect many characteristics of a culture. For example,
* In parts of Asia and some of the Middle Eastern countries, men who are friends may walk holding each others hand. * In Japan and Korea, older women commonly walk a pace or two behind male companion. * Asians often regard Western women as bold and aggressive, for they walk with a longer gait and a more upright posture. 30

Guidelines While In An Interview

1. Dont cross your arms or legs 2. Have eye contact, but dont stare 3. Dont be afraid to take up some space 4. Relax your shoulders 5. Nod when they are talking 6. Smile and laugh 7. Dont touch your face 8. Use your hands more confidently 9. Dont stand too close 10. Keep a good attitude
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There is no specific advice on how to use your body language. What you do might be interpreted in several ways, depending on the setting and who you are talking to. Youll probably want to use your body language differently when talking to your boss compared to when you talk to a girl/guy youre interested in. These are some common interpretations of body language and often more effective ways to communicate with your body:

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First, to change your body language you must be aware of your body language. Notice how you sit, how you stand, how you use you hands and legs, what you do while talking to someone. Another tip is to close your eyes and visualize how you would stand and sit to feel confident, open and relaxed or whatever you want to communicate. You might also want observe friends, role models, movie stars or other people you think has good body language. Observe what they do and you dont. Take bits and pieces you like from different people.
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In the beginning easy its to exaggerate your body language. Thats ok. And people arent looking as much as you think, they are worrying about their own problems. Just play around a bit, practice and monitor yourself to find a comfortable balance.

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One more form of Body Language but being used as a concentrating tool over here.

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Having a good understanding of body language can be a major asset in everyday life. With the advantages of slides presented above, you will always give a positive and memorable first impression and develop skills which could place you firmly on the ladder to success at work and greatly enhance your social popularity. In the last but not the least we conclude with a video which depicts the various body postures and what they actually symbolize in the corporate world:
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We do not have bodies; we are our bodies.

THANKYOU

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 The Original signed print of Albert Einstein sticking out his tongue has been sold by RRAuction.com for $74,324. The picture was taken in the 72nd birthday celebration of Einstein in 1951. Only Nine copies 38 of this rare photo was

Why did Einstein stick out his tongue in that famous photo?
It was Einstein's birthday and he was being hounded by photographers. He stuck his tongue out in exasperation trying to ruin the photo. (I mean, if he were an actor alive today he might have grabbed a camera and thrown it on the ground. . . ) Of course, his plan backfired. Since the scientist had such a reputation for being quirky, the photo was just seen as another example of his irascible charm, and it's 39 become one of the most famous pictures of Einstein ever taken.

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