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Reading PeopleBody Language

The Lip Compress

Lips that press tight and disappear often mark a moment of stress

The conversation keeps moving, but their lips suddenly press shut. Which moment would you rewind before making your own decision?

You'll find out

  • The moment the mouth changes
  • A clue to the topic worth checking
  • A sharper question before committing

Why it matters

Notice a sudden change, find the topic just before it, and check the detail that affects your own decision.

About 3 min6 interactive slides · 5 questionsLesson 33 · Zone 4

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