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If you travel to India or interact with Indian people you’re very likely to encounter this behaviour and usually this will be a sign of positive engagement. (4/4)

Therefore, this can be naturally puzzling to observer, but just like with rest of body language, by looking at context and groups (eg. face expressions) we can conclude what the person meant by the given wobble. (3/4)

Most frequently it means “yes” or indicates understanding - a sign that the listener is following the conversation. However, sometimes it’s also used to show uncertainty or ambiguity - used to avoid direct rejection or to soften a response. (2/4)

It’s a unique and versatile gesture common in India. It consists of a gentle side-to-side tilting motion of the head, resembling the infinity (∞) sign. The interesting thing with it is that the head wobble doesn’t have one clear meaning. (1/4)

Many people read advice like this and start staring at people, which is creepy. Average amount of eye contact is 30% - 60%. It might be higher in relationships and smaller when people are strangers. Generally, unless you’re close to 0% or 100%, you will be fine by being natural.

Do crossed arms always mean defensiveness?🛡️ Not always. Crossing arms have much more possible meanings For example someone might be cold and trying to warm yourself. Or when sitting on a chair that doesn’t have armrests, crossing arms might be just the most comfortable option.

Do liars avoid eye contact? 👀 Some liars (eg. children) can find it difficult to lie while looking at you, but most people don’t struggle with it. This myth has become so popular that many people purposely maintain eye contact when lying, so that others won’t think they do.

Is smile without wrinkles around the eyes a fake smile? 🤔 It’s a common misconception about the "Duchenne smile". If someone doesn’t have wrinkles around their eyes when smiling, then the smile can still be genuine or kind. It might be just not so spontaneous or intense.