Dropping In With Charlie Houpert

Body Language Analyst on Showing Confidence & Spotting Lies

Feb 24, 2023

Bedros Akkelian

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ADVICE

Use Video For Micro Expressions

Watch interactions like a magazine: big signals are obvious, micro-expressions require replay and focus.
In-person you can spot signs of stress and certain emotions almost instantly, but review video for subtler cues.

INSIGHT

Comfort Shows In Open Body Language

Comfort and discomfort are easier to detect than 'truth' and map to open vs closed body language.
Open posture, exposed neck/wrists and upward gestures indicate comfort; closed, protective gestures indicate discomfort.

INSIGHT

Fear Of Not Being Believed Mimics Lying

People who fear they won't be believed will display many behaviors similar to liars because they switch to 'selling' their story.
That dynamic can make truthful accounts appear overdramatic or inauthentic.

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