The Mel Robbins Podcast

FBI Trained Expert Explains How to Read Body Language

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May 11, 2023
Janine Driver, an FBI-trained body language expert, shares her fascinating insights into nonverbal communication. She reveals how to spot deception through specific gestures, like why you should avoid shrugging if you want to be persuasive. Janine discusses the importance of self-awareness in decoding body language and offers surprising tips for dating, such as why sitting directly across from someone isn't ideal. With over three decades of experience, she empowers listeners to read between the lines and enhance their interpersonal skills.
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ADVICE

The Head Touch

  • Watch for the "head touch" during conversations.
  • Touching the back of the head while saying yes often signals uncertainty or hidden disagreement.
ADVICE

Addressing Mixed Signals

  • If you sense mixed signals, use the phrase, "Maybe I'm wrong here, but it seems…".
  • This approach allows you to address concerns without being accusatory.
ANECDOTE

Casey Anthony's Verbal Tells

  • Janine Driver analyzed Casey Anthony's language, noting the incongruity of "dead squirrels climbed.".
  • This and other verbal inconsistencies exposed deception in her statements.
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