Understanding Body Language

Appendix 2

Possible answers to the picture challenges on pages 199–202

The male wants to show that he is attracted to the female by:

1. Moving into her personal space – he is on the edge of his half of the sofa.
2. Leaning towards her with his trunk.
3. Although sitting, he is attempting to square his shoulders towards her.
4. He is attempting to achieve high eye contact.
5. His elbows are splayed to make him look bigger.
6. His right arm is moving towards her.
7. His right knee is moving towards her.
8. His hands are steepled, showing confidence.

The female wants to show that she is finding his advances uncomfortable by:

1. Moving away – she is as close to the ...