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Scratching (big)
- Too much?
• Slow down
• Summarize
• Simplify
In front (covering)
- I feel like I have to protect myself
- I don’t feel strong / Need extra protection
Biting Nails
- Nervous / insecure
Arms Rubbing
- Ready for actions / Anticipation
Crossing on chest
- Protective / Defensive
• Offer safety / offer protection
Close palm
- Superiority
- Commanding
On the table
Hand Tapping - Impatience
• Give quick info / solution
Look up left
- Try to remember something
Look up right
- Try to create something / Lying
Ear Scratching
- I don’t get it
- I don’t understand it
• Stop talking
• Rewind / Repeat / Explain
Pulling down
- Indecisive
• Offer more info or help
Neck Rubbing
- I don’t want to follow your new idea
- Stubborn
- Resistance
- I am not willing to change
- **It also could be sign of tiredness**
Shoulder Rubbing
- Brushing off responsibility
• Stop talking
• Keep your hand on his/her shoulder
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Legs Lean on one leg
Together directed
- Focus / Confidence
Body Lean forward
- I am interested
- Tell me more
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- Engaging position