Instantly Boost Your Likeability with These 6 Body Language Hacks

You’re a valuable person, and you have so much to offer.

Of course you know that, and might assume that others automatically know it too. However, others perceive us in ways that are far beyond our control. Think about how you form opinions and judge whether you like someone or not. You don’t judge them on what they say alone, or how they say it. Everyone puts off a different energy, and the way this energy is put off is through body language.

Body language is a subconscious form of communication that is more powerful than words at times.

In this article, you will learn 6 ways to really boost the vibes you’re putting off, and make sure your impressions with others are good ones.,

CHECK YOUR HANDSHAKE

When meeting others, often times first impressions are paired with a handshake. Your dad may have told you, “Make sure you have a firm handshake.” There is a reason for that. Make your handshake firm, short, and to the point. One may venture to say that if you have a soft and weak handshake, you may lack in confidence. If your handshake is too hard, some may perceive you as overbearing. Meet in the middle. If you need some practice, try shaking hands with your best friend and asking how they perceive it.

MAKE EYE CONTACT

“Look me in the eye and say that!” Eye contact is often correlated with honesty and integrity. When you are speaking with someone, make sure to not let your eyes wander too far. Keep your eyes close and show that you aren’t afraid to look someone in the eye. Certainly this takes practice if you are not used to it. Find someone you know and practice having a conversation without breaking eye contact once. It will get easier.

POSITION YOURSELF CORRECTLY

Posture, posture, posture. How do you perceive someone who is always slouching in their seat? What about someone whose arms are always crossed? Posture means a lot. Be sure to stand and sit up straight with poise and confidence. Don’t cross your arms, because it may be perceived as being closed-minded. When around others, make sure that your body language is reflecting openness.

DON’T FORGET TO SMILE

Don’t be afraid to flash those pearly whites. Have you ever just been deep in thought, but someone asks you if you are OK? Sometimes we have to look at the way others are perceiving us by the expressions on our face. A smile is the same in every language, and the world gives us a lot of reasons to smile. Start smiling more and see how your world changes. You might be happier for it too, as an added bonus.

PRACTICE SELF-LOVE

The inner world reflects in the outer world. Attitude is everything. If you don’t love yourself, this may subconsciously be projected outward. What if you started logging 5 things a day that you love about yourself in your journal? The good energy that this will create in your mind will emanate outwards subconsciously. Loving yourself equates to those good vibes being felt by others. If you don’t love yourself, why should anyone else like you?

DON’T BE TOO RIGID

The stressors of daily life come knocking hard. Sometimes it shows in the way we carry ourselves. If you have been stressed out, spend some time in quiet meditation or go get a massage. Don’t take yourself so seriously. Let some of that tension go. If you look too rigid, others may perceive you as a tense and uptight person. Check yourself often to make sure you are not too tense.