Nonverbal communication

Explain what each of the following gestures or postures could mean when they are exhibited during a conversation. Then, explain how you reached your conclusions about this non-verbal communication. How does each influence your interpretation of the words the person speaks? What conclusions do you draw about the person demonstrating the behaviors?

• Shifting one's body continuously while seated
• Twirling and playing with one's hair
• Sitting in a sprawled position
• Rolling one's eyes
• Extending a weak handshake
• Checking one's phone
• Not making eye contact
• Constantly adjusting one's clothing