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Communication

The activity of conveying information and ideas to others through the exchange of speech, written messages, signals or behaviour such as body language.

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downtime

Communication; Body language

Periods of time where we remove ourselves from the world in order to process information. Happens on a very miniscule scale every few seconds.

double grip handshake

Communication; Body language

Similar to a regular handshake, but the opposite hand is also used to completely enclose the other person's hand. It is usually given to make a person seem more sincere but can ...

displacement behaviour

Communication; Body language

Actions intended to focus a person's attention somewhere other than their immediate environment. Includes things like nail biting or playing with jewelry.

pupil dilation

Communication; Body language

When the black center of the eyes increases in size. This happens when a person sees something they find pleasant.

downer

Communication; Body language

A person who has perpetually negative body language, and as a result exudes a negative aura that brings everyone in the room down.

death grip

Communication; Body language

An incredibly strong handshake that may be painful. It is given by aggressive people who wish to assert their dominance immediately.

cue cluster

Communication; Body language

Multiple gestures occurring at once. If they all indicate the same emotions it becomes very clear how a person feels.