Is body language universal?
Body language isn’t the same everywhere. Cultural norms affect gestures, eye contact, personal space, and facial expressions. Some basic emotions—like happiness or surprise— are often recognized across cultures, though even this is debated.
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Knowing how to read body language sounds simple, but it’s easy to get it wrong. The same gesture that signals confidence in one moment can signal discomfort in the next—and the difference usually comes down to context. Think about the colleague who leans back and goes quiet mid-meeting, the interviewer who nods but reaches for […]
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