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Reading PeopleBody Language

How People Act When They Feel Safe

Relaxed posture can hint at comfort; the situation adds the detail

They lean back, then ask a question. Are you losing them, or is the conversation just finding its rhythm?

You'll find out

  • Which shift is worth noticing?
  • Where does real interest show up?
  • When is the next move yours?

Why it matters

Read openings and shifts so you can choose where to put your attention, time, and conversational energy.

About 3 min6 interactive slides · 5 questionsLesson 7 · Zone 1

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