The Body Language Handbook: How to Read Everyone's Hidden Thoughts and Intentions

by Gregory Hartley, Maryann Karinch

Ever wonder what that raised eyebrow, nervous twitch, or lazy slouch really means? Is it profound and important…or a meaningless quirk? In The Body Language Handbook, the authors use candid photos of real people in stress-free situations, then juxtapose them against others showing the same people responding to different kinds of stimulus to illustrate the power of body language. By going step-by-step from the holistic to the detailed, you’ll quickly discover when body language indicates something significant, and when an itch is just an itch. You’ll learn how to:
— Identify the basic mechanics of human communication. — Observe what is culturally normal…and when "“abnormal” matters. — Read changes in body language. — Avoid misunderstandings. — Project the right message. — Protect yourself from manipulation.
The Body Language Handbook will not only teach you how to read the body language of others, it will also make sure you send the signals you want to send. Increase your power of communication at the office, in a courtroom or classroom, at home, and in any social setting, even the poker table!

Genres: Psychology, Nonfiction, Self Help

209 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2010

About the author

Gregory Hartley's expertise as an interrogator first earned him honors with the United States Army. More recently, it has drawn organizations such as the Defense Intelligence Agency, Navy SEALS, Federal law enforcement agencies, and national TV to seek his insights about "how to" as well as "why." He resides near Atlanta, Georgia.

Reviews

[Anchi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Zaczynając od okładki, zachęca swoją prostotą. Za to treść jest jeszcze bardziej interesująca. Po tej książce co prawda nie zostanę mistrzem w czytaniu mowy ciała, (oczywiście nie taki był cel lektury) ale dowiedziałam się wielu ciekawych rzeczy, które można obserwować w mowie ciała innych, a nawet swojej. Polecam książkę, ponieważ jest ciekawa, przejrzysta i przystępna do zrozumienia.

[Thuong Pham · Rating 3 out of 5]

I have read Vietnamese version of this book. I think it is academy, little difficulty to read.

[Tobi Evangelisti · Rating 3 out of 5]

Work book club book for my team. We chose it of of the PMP book recommendations list. Interesting read but I realized when reading it that this is quite an art and not something that based on a quick book read makes you that much better at reading signals. Lots of info and the important concept is that you must know someones baseline first in order to pick up differences that mean anything.

[Maya Jarkas · Rating 3 out of 5]

The writing style is a bit chaotic. In one paragraph, you would find scattered ideas. It's a shame I think the authors wanted to deliver some good tips but could have been more organized and checked for grammar mistakes

[Johara · Rating 2 out of 5]

سيكون هذا الكتاب نقطة انطلاقتي في دراسة لغة الجسد واطبق ما تعلمته وملاحظة الاشخاص من حولي استغرقت وقت طويل في قرائته بالرغم من حماسي اتجاه هذا الموضوع

[Shamail Aijaz · Rating 2 out of 5]

Bellow the average...

Very basic ideas of body language... I dont know why do I expect so much when I'm buying it... But seriously I wasted my time.

[John Yafi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book. I love it. Thank you

[Jane Nash · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’ve read a few body language books and although this doesn’t have anything particularly new, it’s an essential ready for those interested in reading body language. With photos to demonstrate different postures and facial expressions, its case studies are also useful and challenging.

It’s set out a bit differently to other body language books and teaches in clear chapters through clear sections and photos. I will be rereading this as deciphering the photos requires skill and I’m still building mine.

If you are a fan of Greg from The Behaviour Panel you’re really going to live this as you can just hear Greg’s voice coming through the sentences.

Enjoyable and educational. I fully recommend for body language nerds.

[Mary · Rating 2 out of 5]

Czy wiedzieliście, że skrzyżowane ramiona nie muszą wcale oznaczać tworzenia bariery społecznej czy naburmuszenia, ale mogą być po prostu wygodnym ułożeniem rąk?

Jeśli tak, to nie sięgajcie po tą książkę.

[Randolph Breschini · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pretty basic...an easy read...I've read so so many other books on body language, which are more comprehensive and enlightening...

[Zuzanna Czepielewska · Rating 3 out of 5]

Spoko

[Gochalol · Rating 3 out of 5]

3,5

[Irish Claire Bonifacio · Rating 3 out of 5]

Too low-level for anybody who is respectfully trained.

[simply-desi]

Good information.

[Lenore Webb · Rating 4 out of 5]

My College Girl called me just a lil while ago. And do you know what? I can not see through the phone! Can you? Didn't think so either. Should have video phones not just video chat online.

You see I asked her to pop home for a few hours to help me out around the house. I have tons and tons of rearranging to still do. I have a surprise next month and I am trying to get ready for it. But in the mean time work to be done. Anyway, the thing is that I can not read my CG's body language over the phone.

CG is pretty quite when it comes to phone calls. I find that I use her body language to help me know what she is thinking and feeling. If you do not do this then I would be surprised. As a matter of fact, til I read "Body Language Handbook" I was unaware how much I relied on reading other people. This was written by the same authors that did "How to Spot a Liar" Wow, we all want that book! I learned how to:

* Identify the basic mechanics of human communication.
* Observe what is culturally normal…and when determine “abnormal” matters.
* Read changes in body language.
* Avoid misunderstandings.
* Project the right message.
* Protect yourself from manipulation.

I think I will have CG read this book. There was some great ideas on how to position yourself for others to read confidence and strength. And with her in theater I am sure that body language is something we all see on stage. Gregory Hartley and Maryann Karinch along with Newman Communications, Inc. was so kind as to send me this book. It is great to learn new things each week. Now let's see what I read when Dear Hubby comes home tonight. Does he really want to go bowling with the folks or would he much rather crawl in bed and rest on his only evening free?

[JP · Rating 4 out of 5]

Of the books I've read on this topic, this one is the most practical and understandable. The co-authors simplify the concepts as underlying principles, while always pointing out the habitual and physiological factors that prevent anyone from becoming a perfect predictor.

[Zach Liang- · Rating 4 out of 5]

MY reivew for the greek version
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[Zach Liang-]

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[Citrine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Insightful and well balanced

[Chelsea · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought this book was very interesting. I loved how it showed examples of different people in different cultures so that you can clearly understand that every culture is different even in body language. There were pictures through out for you to reference and even challenges to help you use what you learn. All and all I feel like it's a good introductory book to interpreting body language.