Body Language Leadership Activity

A picture says a thousand words, and so does our body language. Inform students that we are constantly communicating with one another without even saying a word. Provide the students with the body language expressions listed below. Allow them to discuss how they perceive each expression, or what the specific body language is communicating.

1. When a person plays with change in their pocket while communicating.
2. When a person rolls their eyes after they hear or say something.
3. When a person talks with their arms crossed.
4. When a person refuses to make eye contact while speaking.
5. When a person rocks or squirms while speaking.
6. When a person talks to you while invading your personal space.
7. When a person turns their back on someone as they enter the group.
8. When a person whispers to another in a group setting.
9. When a person points a finger or shakes his fist at another person.
10. When a person slumps their shoulders or looks towards the ground while speaking.

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