The Power of Non-Verbal Communication

Body language is certainly not a new phenomenon. People have known about it and used it since the beginning of time. Before people developed language as a communications tool, they used body language to make their needs and desires known to other people. Also known as kinesics, body language describes human interaction excluding the use of written and spoken words. This broad definition encompasses everything from the subtlest raising of an eyebrow to the precise movements of the sophisticated sign language used by the deaf.

Some nonverbal gestures are universal symbols. The chair at the head of the table has long been reserved for the leader of the group. More recently, this position of honor has also been extended to the host of the table. It is a custom that was honored as far back as the time of King Arthur, when the round table was developed as an attempt to administer democracy by eliminating the appearance of having one leader. Another universal gesture is raising the hands above the head, which has long symbolized surrender and submission.

In the rest of this eReport you will learn how to utilize your own power of non-verbal communication to convey your ideas when ever needed.