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An idiom describing the non-verbal transfer of information through the use of the body by either conscious or subconscious means. |
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Body Communication is essentially Body Interpretation of Body Language or a Body Signal.
Body Communication is a generic term relating to any type of information passed to anyone via any type of non-verbal means.
Body Communication can be as powerful in conveying information as verbal communication.
Body Communication can be as simple as a posture, mannerism, or expression or as complex as a gesture, signal, habit, or elaborate movementor action.
Body Communication can be used to avoid conflict or just as easily start a conflict. And once in a conflict, Body Communication can be an effective tool to assess the potential for success or failure in a conflict.
The practitioner should constantly be aware of the Body Communication being conveyed to their opponent(s), because the body continually communicates strength, weakness, injury, attention, and/or attitude to one's opponent(s). And a properly trained opponent will know how to take advantage of this information.
Body Communication is transmitted both consciously or unconsciously by the practitioner - but one should keep in mind that there is always some form of Body Communication taking place.
It is just as important for practitioner to master the art of Body Communication as it is to master physical and mental skills.
A person's eyes are arguably the most potent vehicle in Body Communication. It is often said that the eyes are the window to the soul. And the ability to interpret and convey information via the eyes is essential in mastering Body Communication. |
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An angry stare detected and understood by an opponent is an example of Body Communication. |
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