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    What really got to me while reading, 'Body Language vs. Micro-Expressions' by Joe Navarro was when Navarro wrote in his essay "no single behavior is indicative of deceptions." I had to reread the sentence multiple times to make sure that I fully comprehended what it is that I was reading. As young as I can remember I have always been searching the web for videos that could teach me how to indicate if others are being deceptive, making it easier for me to be aware if others are being deceptive towards

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    Kinesics are the study of body movement, language and gestures. A lot of it is done unconsciously, meaning unnoticed, by either yourself or by disregarding other’s actions. Kinesics are context and situationally determined. This changes how one views the communication or, applies the information transmitted. Different cultures use their own kinds of kinesics. A lot of differences are also seen through the relational structures of interactions between content through, subcultures and micro cultures

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    The way a character moves within a scene can reveal aspects of their personality and views. Body language is another form of how we express emotions and this helps us grasp the ways people react in situations. Dance is not the only form of movement, the standing points of two people in a room can be classified as such. When someone becomes excited, they may dance around for a few seconds or even pump their fist in the air. These both reveal the types of enthusiasm one feels towards the event occurring

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    Kinesics is the study of body movement, language and gestures. A lot of it is done unconsciously, meaning unnoticed, by either yourself or by disregarding other’s actions. Kinesics are contextual and situationally determined. This changes how one views the communication or, applies the information transmitted. Different cultures use their own kinds of kinesics. A lot of differences are also seen through the relational structures of interactions between content through, subcultures and micro cultures

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    communication. Verbal communication is an oral interaction between individuals and considered to be an explicit method of communication. Since sounds, words, speaking, and language are the main mechanism in verbal communication, complex thoughts and ideas can be expressed effortlessly. In order to communicate effective, a common language in which words has a specific meaning have to be developed so the message sent,

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    very important. Communication is defined as the imparting or interchange of thoughts, opinions, or information by speech, writing, or signs. All of this is also classified as language. Language is a complex communication system that humans developed to interact with one another. Everyday people use a certain form of language to communicate with people they come in contact with. From nonverbal to verbal every culture displays unique styles of applied linguistics. Occasionally people may change their

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    the words we use in communication, nonverbal communication refers to communication that is produced by some means other than words (eye contact, body language, or vocal cues, for example) (Knapp & Hall, 2002).1 The five primary functions of Nonverbal Behavior (Argyle, 1988) are: 1) Expression of Emotion — emotions are expressed mainly through the face, body, and voice. 2) Communication of Interpersonal Attitudes — the establishment and maintenance of relationships if often done through nonverbal signals

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    communication, such as the importance of facial expressions and nonverbal body language. Communication would be considered effective when the most information is conveyed between the people involved. Nonverbal body language is generally nonverbal behaviours that can include interpersonal distance, body movement, facial behaviour, touch, vocal behaviours, and others. (Hall, Coats and LeBeau, 2005) With nonverbal body language one needs to consider what signals do people pick up from nonverbal communication

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    People assume that just because I'm short and overweight. I can’t do anything physically active. A person communicate different variety of ways, both verbally and non-verbally. Primates and other animals have been communicating without the use of language since long before humans invented verbal communication. Some scientists believe that even today, most communication between humans is non-verbal. Both types of communication differ significantly between genders and across cultures. What is Communication

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    My second interview was with Jeff DiVeronica. He is a popular high school and professional sports writer in the Rochester area. I was lucky enough to do my winter internship with him, on the radio, talking about Section V sports. He had a lot of different information that I could relate back to and use in the future. This is someone I definitely want to stay in touch with, and use as a reference in the future. Like my first interview, I opened up questions from the verbal communications section

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