7 Errors That Penalize What We Communicate Without Words

We know that through  gestures we can convey a state different from what we claim to convey with words.

One of the principles of non-verbal communication  is being aware of the importance of our body movements.

They can help us give more credibility to our statements or increase their impact, thus generating more confidence.

The 7 Mistakes That Keep You From Achieving Success In Your Non-Verbal Communication

It is obvious that non-verbal language has a great importance in our life, especially when we are often in contact and in relation with unknown people, as it can happen in our work.

Our body language must be in line with what we really want to say and what we need to express to those around us.

Avoiding These  7 Body Communication Mistakes Will Lead You To Success In Your Conversations:

1. Do not maintain eye contact.  It’s fascinating to know that you can empathize and discover the other person just by looking at their eyes. These are the mirrors of the soul, and it is important not to forget this habit in verbal language.

Carrying out this action reflects trust, transparency and respect for the person in front of us.

Eye contact also allows us to be able to measure the other person’s response and to better understand their feelings and sensations.

2. Do lots of arm movements.  When a person gesticulates excessively using their arms, they can impart nervousness or insecurity to us.

Making big movements with our upper extremities can be an act of protection because we do not perceive things in a clear way, and the people around you feel it.

It can also distract from what is really important, which is the message you want to get across.

3. Draw few expressions on our face. The face, like the eyes, is the reflection of the soul. If our expression is very rigid and serious about the content, we run the risk of giving the impression of having our head elsewhere and of being indifferent to what we share in the conversation.

Many people conflicts are generated by this error, because the main showcase of our internal emotions is the face.

Remember also that even if you do not speak, you can unconsciously share in silence with the person in front of you, an infinite number of messages and feelings, both negative and positive.

4. Maintain distance.  We should not be too close to the person until we invade their environment and space, but we should not move too far away either.

If you stay away from the other, you will give the impression that the other is superior to you and that you are afraid of a possible confrontation.

Observe the surroundings and try to adjust the amount of physical space in between, so that it makes you feel comfortable.

5. Not smiling enough. Smiling allows us to maintain relaxed and confident communication with those around us.

It is obvious that the saying “with a smile you can take over the world” is true! The people you feel most comfortable with in your life are those who laugh more often than others.

Smiling is one of the facial expressions of joy and happiness that have universal significance. No matter what country you go to, smile at life and you will see the awe-inspiring change in your daily life.

6. Not taking care of your body posture. General body posture is the essence of non-verbal language.

It constitutes the totality of the instrument that we need to be successful in our communication with others, which is our  body. 

Try to remember that your position represents what others will perceive. This is your presentation card.

If we don’t care about this posture, it may be that slackness causes us to have an attitude of disenchantment and fatigue that will put us at a disadvantage.

7. We are constantly swinging.  This is one of the most common traits that shows that something is wrong.

The action of constantly moving the feet and legs shows that the person in question does not feel at ease and that they are worried about the subject they are discussing.

Now that you know the 7 most common mistakes in nonverbal language,  dare to convey your true feelings in a clear and healthy way.

Thus, you will avoid an infinity of “bad conversations and misunderstandings” with the people around you.