The Chilling Body Language Of Wade Wilson - Chase Hughes
Body language expert Chase Hughes joins Chris Williamson to analyze the nonverbal behavior of a real criminal defendant, showing how physical signals reveal stress, focus, and emotional state.
The gist
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Normal blink rate averages 15 per minute, rises to 85-90 under stress, but drops to as low as 2 during intense focus.
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A very low blink rate signals focused attention, not calm, which matters when reading someone in an interview or confrontation.
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Exposing the neck and keeping arms open signals defiance and lack of fear rather than submission or anxiety.
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Lip licking and grooming gestures can reveal underlying anxiety even when someone appears composed on the surface.
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