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Gesture-speech mismatch
A mismatch occurs when we signal something with our hands that is different from our words. It may be a sign that you're learning.
Adults are less likely to trust people who display a mismatch between speech and body language.
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Gesturing helps you understand other people
We collect information from others' body language. We naturally feel that passionate people will be more animated and look more enthusiastic. When their gestures are bigger, we process that they must be really passionate about their topic.
This is mostly because bo...
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Hand gestures are healthy and normal
Hand gestures while talking are a powerful aspect of communication.
A study analyzing TED Talks found viral speakers used nearly twice as many hand gestures as the least popular speakers. People who "talk" with their hands tend to be seen as warm, ...
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Benefits of hand gestures
Hand motions often reveal information that is absent from our talk. It might signal that a point is more important, or that the speaker is still trying to understand an idea.
According to a study published, children that use hand gestures early in life is likely to dev...
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Trusting someone
Focus on unconscious behaviors that aren’t easily controlled and convey a clear message:
- Speech mimicry and behavioral mimicry: if a person uses the same words and tone as you, it's usually a sign he/she feels emotionally in sync with you.
- Trust people ...
Gestures and Speech
- Gestures are closely linked to speech.
- People seem to gesture naturally and even blind people who haven't seen anyone gesturing, are able to do so.
- Our words and gestures closely align and give a glimpse of the inner workings of our mind.
Benefits of learning a new language
Research shows that it's important to "exercise" your brain. Learning a language is one of the most effective ways to do this.
Benefits of speaking or learning a second language:
- It improves overall cognitive abilities.
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