The combination of verbal and nonverbal behavior makes it possible to compose a complete picture of a person. Evaluating the interlocutor, in consideration it is accepted to take not only his words, but also gestures, posture, facial expressions , etc. And it is nonverbal behavior that makes it possible to learn more about the interlocutor. For example, a displeased expression during a conversation immediately shows the true mood of a person.
Nonverbal behavior and its elements
To analyze and predict human behavior, it is necessary to take into account several important aspects:
- Behavior. According to the actions of the interlocutor, it is possible to draw many important conclusions and to predict its further actions. Behavior can be instinctive, acquired, adequate, etc.
- Dynamics of movements. The emotional state of the interlocutor can be judged by how he moves, for example, sharp movements indicate tension and even aggression.
- Reactions to irritants. Both verbal and non-verbal behavior provokes surrounding people to certain actions. This can be used for their own purposes, with a tactical advantage.
- Gesture. By the way a person during the conversation moves his hands and head, you can find out about him a lot of interesting information. For example, emotional and open people often wave their arms, accompanying their words with pronounced gestures.
- The connection between a man and a woman. This element of behavior has a sexual nature , for example, a woman's play with her eyes.
In the interpretation of non-verbal human behavior, its appearance also has great significance. As they say, meet on clothes, that is, even looking at the clothes of the interlocutor, you can make many useful conclusions about his character and life in general. If you learn to interpret all non-verbal signs, you can predict the actions of people around you, which will make life much easier.