Речь жесты мимика взгляд общее понятие: Attention Required! | Cloudflare

Жест и мимика естественны, необходимы в устном общении людей, они во многом создают то своеобразие звучащей речи, которое отличает ее от речи письменной. Ведущую роль невербальные средства общения приобретают при контакте учителя с классом. Ведь детская аудитория очень тонко чувствует соответствие или несоответствие содержания речи и сопровождающих ее телодвижений.

Поэтому цель речевого поведения учителя можно определить следующим образом: демонстрировать доброжелательность, спокойствие и дружелюбие не только на словесном уровне (т.е. содержанием речи), но и на уровне выражения лица, манеры жестикуляции.

Условимся называть жестами такие несущие информацию движения, которые человек в процессе речи делает руками и головой.

Чем свободней чувствует себя говорящий, чем эмоциональнее его речь, тем более часты и отчетливы его жесты. Жест чаще всего появляется в такие моменты речи, когда говорящий эмоционально выделяет слово или оборот.

Жест либо сопровождает слово, дополняя или подчеркивая его смысл, либо замещает какой-то элемент высказывания. Он служит выразителем недоумения, утверждения, вопроса, намека, огорчения, радости, насмешки и других человеческих чувств.

Но не всегда жест соединен со словом, выступает в тесном взаимодействии с ним. Даже в тех случаях, когда жест заменяет целое выражение (слово), он ориентирован на определенный смысл, на сообщение чего-то такого, что актуально для собеседника.

Этим речевые жесты отличаются от жестов действия: протянул руку к лежащему на столе яблоку; вскинул локоть, защищаясь от удара, — в этих и подобных им жестах не содержится никакого сообщения, то есть они не выражают ни смысла, ни эмоций, которые могли бы быть переданы словесно.

Для наиболее распространенных, типичных речевых жестов в языке существуют устойчивые обозначения:

РАЗВЕЛ РУКАМИ в знак удивления;

ПОЖАЛ ПЛЕЧАМИ («не знаю»)

ПОКАЧАЛ ГОЛОВОЙ (знак отрицания)

ВЫТАРАЩИЛ ГЛАЗА (от изумления) и т. д.

Жест, уместный в одной ситуации общения, не используется в других: по своей непринужденности жест контрастирует с атмосферой большей или меньшей официальности, которая характеризует ситуацию «учитель — класс».

Жест «чесания в затылке» как символ недоумения, поиска решения, загадки и т.п., допустимый в общении друзей, воспринимается как признак невоспитанности или чудачества в поведении преподавателя.

Все жесты в речевом общении играют разную роль. Одни служат для изображения предмета, с помощью других говорящие указывают на предмет, без третьих не обойтись при выражении чувств, четвертые представляют собой устойчивые обозначения ритуальных или вообще этикетных действий.

ИЗОБРАЗИТЕЛЬНЫЕ ЖЕСТЫ передают представление о форме, размерах, местоположении предмета:

— Малюсенький такой пузырек, — жест указательным и большим пальцами на уровне лица: расстояние между ними обозначает высоту пузырька.

Вот такой арбузище купил вчера, килограммов на 10! – при этом говорящий как бы обнимает руками нечто круглое и большое.

Там течение! Вот так все крутится! – круговое движение кистью, согнутой в локте руки (обычно в горизонтальной плоскости.

Изобразительные жесты не только служат для сообщения о форме предмета, его движения и т.д., но и могут передавать отношения между людьми, взаимные чувства, интеллектуальные действия:

Они вот так друг с другом (во вражде), — произнося эту фразу, говорящий ударяет друг об друга плотно сжатые кулаки.

Исследователи современной русской разговорной речи выделяют следующие типы жестов, сочетающихся с абстрактными значениями:

жест предельности или категоричности: сабельная отмашка кистью руки в сочетании со словами НИКТО, НИКОГДА, НИЧТО, НЕ и др.:

НЕБУДУ Я ЭТОГО ДЕЛАТЬ! – жест приходится как раз на «отрицательную» часть высказывания, она выделяется логическим ударением;

Жест объединения: плавное горизонтальное движение рукой от себя:

ВСЕМ-ВСЕМ ЧИТАТЕЛЯМ РАЗДАЙ ЭТОТ ЛИСТОК;

Жест отчуждения, неприятия чего-либо: рука резко движется от груди в сторону:

НЕ НУЖНО МНЕ ЛЕКАРСТВА!

Жест неопределенности: возвратно-вращательное движение кистью руки с разведенными пальцами:

ТАК, КОЕ-ТО НАЦАРАПАЛ…

Это – более или менее общепринятые изобразительные жесты. Но в процессе речи могут возникать такие движения рук, которые обусловлены только данным высказыванием, связаны с конкретной ситуацией. Такие жесты либо уточняют сказанное, либо подкрепляют созданный словесными средствами образ.

УКАЗАТЕЛЬНЫЕ ЖЕСТЫ – указывают на предмет и тем самым часто заменяют собой имя предмета, описание его свойств, положения в пространстве и т.п.

Указательные жесты широко используются в устной речи. Обычно они сопровождаются местоимениями и указательными словами ВОТ, ЭТОТ, ТОТ, ТУДА и др.

Указательные жесты делают и головой. Например, однократное движение головой снизу вверх (вариант: снизу вверх в сторону) и возврат в обычное положение означает указание на то, что находится рядом с говорящими, у них на виду: — Вот это стол придется убрать.

ЭМОЦИОНАЛЬНЫЕ ЖЕСТЫ очень разнообразны. При удивлении разводят руками; в случае предвкушения чего-либо приятного – потирают ладонями друг о дружку. Изумление или сомнение выражают поднятием плеч. При обращении к собеседнику с настойчивым вопросом часто подчеркивают настойчивость вопроса жестом: ладонь полусогнутой в локте руки обращена вверх и к собеседнику (на уровне груди).

Особую и очень важную роль в системе средств общения играют жесты, выражающие согласие и несогласие, и жесты, принятые в качестве символов при приветствии, прощании, обращении и других коммуникативных актах, обусловленных этикетом.

Жест чаще всего накладывается на слово, подчеркивая, усиливая смысл, передаваемый им, или же замещает слово, выступает вместо него и в его функции. Но и в том, и в другом случае жест – дополнительное, а не основное средство общения.

Понять человека, который говорит не жестикулируя, можно, хотя при этом надо будет преодолевать некоторое ощущение неестественности, которое возникает в его речи. Тем не менее жест – важный компонент речевого акта: он сообщает речи динамизм, усиливая главное и отсекая само собой разумеющееся, придает ей естественность с точки зрения принятых в данном обществе традиций человеческого общения.

Если учитель как оратор заинтересован в успехе своей речи, то и его мимика не может быть невыразительной. Ученики всегда по лицу могут догадаться, насколько учитель сам заинтересован в своем выступлении. И если у него будет «тупой взгляд» и «каменное лицо», такое равнодушие к происходящему обязательно «заразит» класс.

Мимика должна быть в тесной взаимосвязи с жестами, а значит, «живой», изменяющейся в процессе речи, во взаимодействии с аудиторией. Лишь если учитель владеет своей речью, сопровождает ее уместными жестами и мимикой лица, если он «владеет своим телом», ему гарантирована речевая и психологическая победа над слушателями, успех за работу над собой, признание за нелегкий труд.

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Пример внутреннего монолога исполнителя стихотворного или прозаического произведения, по стилю и структуре максимально приближенный квнутренней речи.

90000 Gestures and Facial Expressions — Watchtower ONLINE LIBRARY 90001
90002 PEOPLE of some cultures gesture more freely than those from other backgrounds. Yet, practically everyone talks with changes of facial expression and some form of gesturing. This is true both in personal conversation and in public speaking. 90003
90004 Gestures were natural to Jesus and his early disciples. On one occasion, someone reported to Jesus that his mother and his brothers wanted to speak with him. Jesus replied: «Who is my mother, and who are my brothers?» Then the Bible adds: 90005 «Extending his hand toward his disciples, 90006 he said: ‘Look! My mother and my brothers! ‘ «(Matt.12:48, 49) Among other references, the Bible shows at Acts 12:17 and 13:16 that the apostles Peter and Paul also made spontaneous use of gestures. 90003
90008 Ideas and feelings are communicated not only with the voice but also by means of gestures and facial expressions. Failure to use these well may convey an impression of indifference on the part of the one speaking. But when these means of communication are tastefully blended, the effectiveness of speech is greatly enhanced. Even when you speak over the telephone, if you make appropriate use of gestures and facial expressions, your voice will more readily convey the importance of your message as well as your personal feelings about what you are saying.Thus, whether you are speaking extemporaneously or are reading, whether your audience is looking at you or at their own copies of the Bible, gestures and facial expressions are of value. 90003
90010 Your gestures and your facial expressions should not be taken from a book. You never had to study how to laugh or how to be indignant. Gestures should also express feelings that are within you. The more spontaneous your gestures, the better. 90003
90012 Gestures fall into two general categories: descriptive and emphatic.90005 Descriptive 90006 gestures express action or show dimension and location. In the school, when you are working on the use of gestures, do not be content with just one or two. Try to gesture in a natural way throughout your talk. If you are having difficulty in doing this, you may find it helpful to look for words that show direction, distance, size, location, or relative positions. In many cases, however, all that you need to do is to get absorbed in your talk, not worrying about the impression you are making, but saying and doing things as you would in daily life.When a person is relaxed, gestures come naturally. 90003
90016 90005 Emphatic 90006 gestures express feeling and conviction. They punctuate, vitalize, and reinforce ideas. Emphatic gestures are important. But beware! Emphatic gestures can easily become mannerisms. If you use the same gesture again and again, it may begin to draw attention to itself instead of enhancing your talk. If your school overseer indicates that you have this problem, try limiting yourself solely to descriptive gestures for a time.After a while, begin to use emphatic gestures once more. 90003
90020 In determining the extent to which you should use emphatic gestures and the sort of gestures that are appropriate, consider the feelings of those to whom you are speaking. Pointing at the audience may make them feel uncomfortable. If a male in some cultures were to make certain gestures, such as putting his hand over his mouth to express surprise, this would be viewed as effeminate. In some parts of the world, it is considered immodest for women to gesture freely with the hands.So in those places, sisters especially need to make good use of facial expressions. And before a small group, sweeping gestures may be viewed as comical in almost any part of the world. 90003
90022 As you gain experience and become more at ease in speaking, any emphatic gestures that you do use will express your inner feelings naturally, demonstrating your conviction and sincerity. They will add meaning to your speech. 90003
90024 90025 90005 The Expression on Your Face. 90006 90028 More than any other bodily feature, your face often expresses how you really feel.Your eyes, the shape of your mouth, the inclination of your head all play a part. Without a word being spoken, your face can convey indifference, disgust, perplexity, amazement, or delight. When such facial expressions accompany the spoken word, they add visual and emotional impact. The Creator has placed a large concentration of muscles in your face -over 30 in all. Nearly half of these come into play when you smile. 90003
90030 Whether you are on the platform or are participating in the field ministry, you are endeavoring to share with people a message that is pleasant, one that can make their hearts rejoice.A warm smile confirms that. On the other hand, if your face is devoid of expression, this may raise questions about your sincerity. 90003
90032 More than that, a smile tells others that you have a kindly feeling toward them. That is especially important in these days when people are often afraid of strangers. Your smile can help people to relax and to be more receptive to what you say. 90003
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90002 Public Speaking Gestures 90003

90004 Descriptive, Emphatic & Facial Expression Gestures 90005

90006 90007 Public Speaking Gestures 90008 and facial expressions are like the seasoning on a well prepared meal. They add to the experience of a speech. Over used, they can detract from a tasteful lecture. 90009 90006 90007 Failure to add seasoning to food is cruel and illegal. 90008 90009

90014 90006 History reported that some inmates won a law suit regarding meatloaf.It turns out they were being served meatloaf with out any seasoning for punishment. The courts ruled it was cruel and unusual punishment. So one of the most basic rights we have, a little salt and pass the pepper please. 90009

90006 How do you season your talk? Speech mastery requires more than just talking in front of a lot of people. Communication involves more than talking and listening. To satisfy the taste buds of our eyes and stimulate our minds requires salt and pepper. More advanced speakers can add other seasonings.90009

90006 As always, a little is good. Too much could ruin Your pressentation. 90009

90006 That seasoning involves the non-verbal body language of public speaking gestures. They are your most basic form of body language. They can be facial expression. They can be arms and hands. 90009

90006 What expression comes to mind if you were to bite into a fresh, thick, wedge of lemon or lime? What facial expression comes to mind when you think of the first time you knew the one you love was the one? Facial expressions can add that extra to your message that will help you better communicate.90009

90006 Like seasoning they not only help communicate, they also enhance the message we share. The face is where our conviction, love, joy, pain, sorrow, and hope can be communicated with out a word. It is as important as the words we use. 90009

90006 In effect, it is like saying the same thing twice. Once with your words, and once with your face. 90009

90006 What about other ways of speaking with nonverbal communication? 90009 90031

90006 90007 Types of Public Speaking Gestures 90008 90009

90014 90006 90007 Arms and Hands 90008 90009

90006 Mostly limited to the arms and hands, they can also include the body.They will help you and your voice share your message in a convincing manner. 90009

90006 Why be cautious of too much or many? Over use can easily become a mannerism. A mannerism could be described as repeating the same style and form of public speaking gesture, over and over. 90009

90006 What form should you use? 90009

90006 Public speaking gestures fall into two styles. Emphatic and descriptive. 90009

90006 90007 Emphatic Gestures 90008 90009

90006 Emphatic gestures are subjective in nature.They express those things you feel, the convictions you have. They can be the period or exclamation mark at the end of a phrase. They can give power and energy to the speech. 90009

90006 They need to be blended into what you say. If transiently used here and there, they will look stiff and unnatural. They need to spring from your inner self. 90009

90006 If it is not your nature to be demonstrative with your hands, there is hope. To help put the nonverbal communication into your character, think of a favorite person or actor who you like who is great with gestures.Then when you’re up, imagine being them. Imagine it is them doing what you would never do. 90009

90006 If it feels unnatural to move or communicate with arms, hands and face, it is only because of the programming of your brain. Some cultures are more demonstrative, others more conservative. 90009

90006 Your ability to stifle this movement is a great quality to have when in front of a TV camera on close up. Picture sitting 15-20 feet away from a TV screen with a person standing and talking to you.Only thing, that persons is not moving.

90009 90006 That speaker is as stiff as a board. You could be listening to a tape recording and going about other things. To know he is alive and not a cardboard cut out, you need to see movement. 90009

90006 Your feeling unnatural is the one thing that makes the person who is far back in the audience know your alive. They are small movements to them. So if you want to be natural, you have to move a little. 90009 90031

90006 90007 Descriptive Gestures 90008 90009

90014 90006 Descriptive Public Speaking Gestures are objective in nature.They show how big, how small, which way, position, and location. Anything you can touch. 90009

90006 Often speakers will use flat extended hand to point when before large audiences. In large auditoriums, few will readily see you hold one finger up. The same would apply for something so small that you held two fingers to describe how small it was. 90009

90006 To use a descriptive gesture, think of catching a fish and how big it was. My dad, in describing the size would hold his flat palms together and start spreading his arms.As the distance increased between his hands he would say, «It was about this …» 90009

90006 By now his arms were extended as far as they would go. My guess, they could be at least four feet apart. And then he finished, «… far away from the boat before it got away.» 90009 90031

90006 90007 Facial Expression 90008 90009

90014 90006 Facial expression is the best non-verbal communicating feature we have. We can show a host of feelings with out saying a word. It can show happiness, sadness, disgust, joy, and delight.90009

90006 One of the most basic delights we can share is a smile. It takes so few muscles to do this. Nothing will have greater impact regarding a first impression. Of all facial expressions, master this one. 90009

90006 It can move mountains. It can convey your interest in your audience. It will help you make a connection if you’re truly sincere. 90009

90006 Remember to add the seasoning, master the use of that non-verbal body language and facial expressions. 90009

90006 Failure to do so, well, could potentially make a lecture cruel and unusual punishment.So learn, master and use public speaking gestures. 90009

90006 90007 Naturalness 90008 is not necessarily something we all have when it comes to using body language as part of our public speaking. If it is in your movements or in your speech, this is an essential skill. Learn more … 90009

90006 90007 Go to the Speaking Skills List 90008 90009

90006 90007 Public Speaking Gestures Home Page 90008 90009

90006 90007 More Public Speaking Gestures: The Gesture Directory 90008 90009

90006 90007 Speechmastery.com: The Public Speaking Website 90008 90009

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90031.90000 The Importance Of Body Language In Public Speaking 90001 90002 No one should ever underestimate the importance of body language in public speaking and presentations. Give off the wrong vibes, and you’ll end up pushing your audience away. But with the right body language, you can just as easily win them over. 90003 90002 Some people just want to get their presentations ‘over and done with’ without giving any thought to gestures and body language. Since you’re reading this article, then good for you for being proactive and for wanting to know more about how you can use body language to your advantage! 90003 90006 What Is Body Language? 90007 90008 90008 90010 Would you say this guy looks approachable based on his body language? (Photo by LoboStudio Hamburg on Unsplash) 90011 90002 Simply put, body language is your body’s way of communicating without the use of spoken words.It’s the combination of facial expressions, gestures, and movements that convey what goes on in your mind. 90003 90002 If you do not think it’s important, then let me try to put it another way: 90003 90002 Look at yourself and check out how you’re sitting or standing right now. What’s the expression on your face? Are you frowning or smiling? Are you standing up or are you slouching in your seat? 90003 90002 If someone were to take a photo of yourself right now, what do you think people are going to say about you based on your current body language? Will they say you look friendly and approachable, or will they say you’re someone who’s not to be messed with? 90003 90002 Body language is often unconscious, meaning you can verbally agree or disagree with something, but your body language will say the exact opposite.90003 90002 If you’ve ever wondered why body language is important in a speech or presentation, here’s why: 90003 90002 People will often try to sound confident, but their body language will say otherwise. Or, they’ll say something like, «I’m happy and excited to be here,» 90010 but their facial expressions and their gestures say they’re really not 90011. 90003 90002 If you’re out someplace and you’re getting introduced to a bunch of new people, you may tell them you’re pleased to meet them, but without realizing it, your body language actually says the exact opposite.You may think you did pretty well in that social situation. But in reality, the people you just met probably did not think too highly of you because something about your body language just did not sit right with them. 90003 90002 The truth is that our body language is notorious for betraying our inner emotions. We may not say something out loud, in fact, we may even deny something vehemently, but our body language will let the world know what we really think about something or someone. 90003 90006 Importance Of Body Language In A Presentation 90007 90002 When it comes to presentations, body language has the power to help us succeed or fail.We can 90010 succeed 90011 if we observe and put our body language to good use, and 90010 fail 90011 if we let our body language get the better of us. 90003 90002 When you practice your speech, it’s important to also work on your body language. On the day of your presentation, you’ll be comfortable, relaxed and confident that you have what it takes to ace your presentation! 90003 90002 Now, the thing is that there are actually 90043 two 90044 sides when it comes to body language in presentations.There’s the presenter’s body language (that’s you), and there’s your audience’s body language. 90003 90002 The tips I will be sharing with you later on in this article will be useful to both you and your audience. You’ll learn not just how to be an awesome presenter, but you’ll also be able to read and gauge your audience’s reaction to your presentation. 90003 90002 Knowing how to read your audience is a pretty useful skill which will come in pretty handy later on. You do not want to be one of 90010 those 90011 presenters who think they’re doing a great job onstage when in reality they’re boring their audience to death! 90003 90006 The Different Types of Body Language 90007 90002 Being aware of your body language throughout your entire presentation is necessary if you want people to continue paying attention to what you’re saying.There’s a reason why you’re presenting in front of an audience — you want people to 90010 listen 90011 to your message, whatever it may be. 90003 90002 If you send out the wrong vibes (no thanks to your negative body language), then you’re essentially wasting everybody’s time (yes, including yours). You’re literally telling people to stop listening to you! 90003 90002 With that said, here are the different types of body language you need to be aware of: 90003 90062 1. Eye contact 90063 90002 If you think you’re exempt from eye contact just because you’re on a stage, then you ‘re in for a reality check.No matter how small or big your audience is, you 90010 will 90011 need to make eye contact. No, you do not need to look at every single person, of course, but you can scan the audience and try to make eye contact with someone, anyone, in the crowd. 90003 90068 90068 90010 Body language while giving a presentation — good eye contact is a must. (Photo by Alexandre Croussette on Unsplash) 90011 90002 If anyone’s brave enough to look back at you (90010 some people may look down at their laps the moment you look at them 90011), then hold their gaze for a second or two.No need to stare at them for longer than a moment, unless you want to scare off or intimidate them. Staring at people for prolonged periods can make people uncomfortable, so do your best to avoid doing that. 90003 90002 Eye contact helps you assess how that person is receiving your message. Do they look interested in what you’re saying or not? Do they look like they’re trying to stifle a yawn? In most places, it’s considered rude to yawn when someone’s looking at you directly, so they’ll probably try to avoid letting you see their mouths wide open! 90003 90002 Good eye contact is also key to assuring your audience you know what you’re talking about.As the old adage goes, 90010 the eyes are the windows to the soul 90011. People can tell if you’re being sincere or not. 90003 90002 When you look at your audience while you speak, you’re able to assure them that you’re confident about your topic. The simple act of holding people’s gazes make you look so much more credible and trustworthy in front of everyone. 90003 90062 2. Facial expressions 90063 90002 Having a very expressive face can both be positive and negative. It’s 90010 positive 90011 if you make it work for you, if you use it to help get your message across.However, it’s a 90010 negative 90011 if you can not control what your face says. Your face says so much about you. In fact, your face literally says it all. 90003 90002 Whether you’re presenting to a crowd you’re culturally affiliated with or not, know that every single member of your audience can identify six «basic» emotions. These emotions are ‘universal’ in nature — even congenitally blind people display the same facial expressions as sighted people! These emotions are anger, fear, disgust, happiness, sadness, and surprise.90003 90002 When it comes to presentations, I have to say that 90043 fear 90044 often shows up on many a presenter’s face. Stage fright is all too real, even the pros still get stage fright from time to time! While the fear of public speaking is relatively commonplace, it does not mean that you should let your fear get the better of you. 90003 90002 Conquer your fear and if necessary, use your poker face to hide it. Cover it up with another universally recognized facial expression, this time a positive one.Look 90043 happy 90044 for your audience. Make them think you’re really excited and happy that they all showed up for your presentation. Make your presentation worth their while, so to speak. 90003 90002 Did you know happiness is contagious? When your face shows you’re happy, then you’re basically influencing your audience to be happy as well. It’s not just going to show in your face, it’s also going to show up in your gestures, your posture and even the way you speak. 90003 90062 3. Head movements 90063 90002 The way you move your head during your presentation can be interpreted any number of ways.For instance, when you tilt your head to the side, it can mean you’re interested or listening intently. When you lower your head, it can mean you’re exhausted, or you’re just waiting for the right opportunity to say something. 90003 90002 When you look up at the ceiling when you talk, that is, you avoid making eye contact with your audience, then that 90010 does not 90011 look good, does it? 90003 90002 You can also nod along to emphasize a point you just made. It lets your audience know you just said something you strongly believe in, or something you think will be beneficial for your listeners.90003 90002 Head movement can indicate a wide range of signals and expressions. Practice the right moves, and you could engage your audience in ways you never thought possible before! Here’s a good resource you can check out: Head body language. 90003 90062 4. Hand gestures 90063 90118 90118 90010 Body language in professional presentations — hand gestures play a huge role in engaging the audience (Photo by Claire Brear on Unsplash) 90011 90002 Hand gestures play an important role in presentations.Some people like to move their hands a lot, while others keep their hands still. Which is the right thing to do? 90003 90002 According to Vanessa Van Edwards, the most popular TED speakers are those who used their hands the most. This is because the correct hand gestures basically complement or 90010 reinforce 90011 the verbal message, so it’s like you’re getting two explanations instead of just one. 90003 90002 Let’s say you’re outlining a few points in your presentation. For each point, you’ll say something like, «So, on to the first point» or «The second point I want to make is …» When you say «first point,» you hold up one finger.When you get to your second point, you hold up two fingers, and so on. 90003 90002 This is a simple example, but I hope you can see how doing this makes it easier for people to follow what you’re saying. In other words, your hand gestures make it easy for people to remember your point. 90003 90062 5. Body posture 90063 90002 You may have mastered your poker face, and your facial expressions reveal nothing about your true emotions. But if you do not pay attention to your posture, then you could still be sending out negative vibes to your audience.90003 90002 If your shoulders are slouching or your back is all rigid and tense, then your posture is not exactly reassuring to your audience. It speaks volumes about your fear of presenting, and maybe even your insecurities. If you think you’re not good enough, then your posture will tell that story. When your audience gets clued in, then you could very well lose your credibility. 90003 90002 Even if you’re a respected expert in your industry, if your posture conveys the message that you do not want to be where you are, then no one’s going to want to listen to you as well.Your body language is basically telling people they’re better off doing something else. 90010 How is that going to help you or your message? 90011 You and I both know the answer to this. The point is, if you want people to listen and engage with you during your presentation, then you have to initiate and show them how to! 90003 90006 Powerful Body Language Tips For Your Presentation 90007 90002 Now that you know the different types of body language, I’m going to share with you some of the most important body language presentation skills you should master: 90003 90146 90147 90043 Smile often 90044 90150 90151 90152 90152 90010 Smiling is an important aspect of body language during a presentation (Photo by Fabio Spinelli on Unsplash) 90011 90002 Have you ever come across someone who looked to be strict and unapproachable, but when they smiled at you, your perception instantly changed? Smiling, quite literally, can instantly change the way someone perceives you.90003 90002 I know it’s hard to muster a genuine smile when you’re nervous and all, but why do not you try it? When you smile, people often feel compelled to smile back at you. You do not need to flash your pearly whites, lifting the corners of your mouth is often enough. It will cause your eyes to crinkle at the corners and light up your whole face. 90003 90002 It’s easier to engage with your audience when you smile all throughout your presentation. They’ll be more likely to reciprocate your smile and pay attention to what you’re saying.90003 90162 90147 90043 Stand up straight 90044 90150 90151 90002 If you’re physically capable of standing up straight, then make sure you stand tall and straight during your presentation. You’ll get an instant jolt, and you’ll feel a lot more energized than if you slouch your shoulders. 90003 90002 When you slouch, you literally look like you have the world on your shoulders. This is not the kind of image you want to portray to your audience. Instead, you want to convey confidence — you simply can not do this when you’re slouching! 90003 90002 Standing up straight is really easy.Simply pull your shoulders back, tuck your stomach in, and lift your chin up. Now hold this position during your entire presentation, and you’ll realize you’re able to deliver your message more confidently. It’s also easier to look at your audience when your chin’s up, not down! 90003 90174 90147 90043 Assume power poses 90044 90150 90151 90002 You want your power poses to look as natural as possible. Therefore, you should try practicing your poses before your actual presentation. You want to appear authoritative in front of your audience, you can not achieve this look if you appear meek and helpless.90003 90002 One of the most popular power poses you can assume is the ‘Superhero’ pose. This is where you stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, put your hands on your hips, and put your chin up. Of course, you can move your hands around (and you should as you’ll read later on in this article). But the point is, this pose will help assert your authority in front of your audience. 90003 90184 90147 90043 Put space to good use 90044 90150 90151 90002 The stage is yours for the taking, so put it to good use.Moving around on stage tells your audience you’re comfortable in your own skin. You do not want to stay in one place all throughout your presentation. Rather, you want to move around from one spot to another. Move naturally though, you do not want to look like you’re moving around just for the sake of it! 90003 90002 Even if you’ve got a podium, you do not want to hide behind it. Sure, that can be your starting point, but after one slide or two, you may want to step out from behind and show yourself to your audience.Some people use podiums as barriers to put a distance between themselves and their audiences. 90003 90002 If you want to engage with your audience, then it’s really a good idea to be as open as possible — this means minimizing barriers between you and your audience! 90003 90196 90147 90043 Be facially expressive 90044 90150 90151 90002 Facial expressions can do so much to help your audience connect with you as a person. When people see you’re sincere in whatever it is you’re talking about, they’ll be more likely to engage with you.When you look like you truly believe in your cause, then you’ll get more people to join you than if you look like you’re only doing lip service. 90003 90002 Try talking in front of a mirror. Or better yet, video yourself while you practice your speech. Then analyze your facial expressions. Do you look like you believe in what you’re saying? Or are you only going through the motions of presenting? 90003 90002 Your face will tell your audience whether you’re someone they can trust. So, show them and use facial expressions appropriately.90003 90208 90147 90043 Speak clearly and confidently 90044 90150 90151 90002 Stuttering and mumbling are but natural side effects of nervousness. If you want your message to be heard, then you need to stop for a moment and gather your thoughts. Take a deep breath before speaking. You’ve practiced your speech a hundred times, you can not let your fear of public speaking get in the way. Just imagine you’re talking to a bunch of friends, only that you’re speaking 90010 in front 90011 of them, not with them.90003 90002 Speak loudly, speak clearly, speak confidently. This is how great presenters do it. They do not let their nervousness get the better of them. 90003 90002 The best way to combat this is by practicing your speech until you feel comfortable enough delivering it. You do not need to memorize your speech, but you do need to make sure people understand you perfectly. Do not be conscious if you have an accent. Many people with accents manage to deliver their presentations perfectly! It’s just a matter of making sure your message is understood perfectly.90003 90222 90147 90043 Do not forget to breathe 90044 90150 90151 90002 If you feel like you’re talking too fast or you seem unable to speak, take deep breaths to help yourself relax. Clear your mind and focus on the present as you take deep breaths. Be aware of your breathing — tell yourself to inhale and exhale. 90003 90002 Breathing properly will help you pause or stop between ideas. It will also help you use the right pitch in your presentation. When your voice sounds high-pitched and strained, then you’re probably not using the right amount of air.So, stop for a moment and breathe until you find yourself back in control. 90003 90232 90147 90043 Face your audience 90044 90150 90151 90002 Some presenters are afraid of facing their audience, they tend to 90010 show their backsides 90011 more often than not. This right here is an example of bad body language during a presentation! It’s just rude, plain and simple. What’s even worse is when you continue talking while your back is turned to your audience! 90003 90002 If you need to go do something on stage, you can try walking sideways — this will at least allow your audience to still get a glimpse of your face.You do not want to break your connection with your audience, so please, avoid turning your back on them! 90003 90244 90147 90043 Point at your presentation slides 90044 90150 90151 90002 It might sound simple enough, but many presenters forget this simple tip. Pointing at your presentation slides will help your audience focus on you. If they’ve been distracted by something, your movement and your hand gestures will help them re-focus and pay attention back to your slides. 90003 90006 Final Thoughts on the Importance of Body Language 90007 90002 Your body language says so much about you as a presenter.It can also make or break your presentation. Take the time to practice not just your speech and your presentation slides, but work on your body language as well. You’ll have an engaged audience, and your presentation’s message will be heard. 90003 90002 90003 90258 You might also find this interesting: How to create and deliver a powerful presentation introduction inspired by the most watched TED talks 90259.