How to Read Defiance in Body Language

Pay attention to body language when you're dating. Your date's body language may reveal more about his or her character than you realize. A lot about personality is perceived by mannerisms and the way someone uses his body (consciously or unconsciously).

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

1. Read defiance in body language by first realizing the danger of defiance. Someone who is defiant by nature enjoys provoking anger, resentment and arguments. Of course, it takes time to get to know a person well, but body language indirectly tells you a lot.

2. Pay attention to facial expressions when you're on a date. Frowning, drawing the eyebrows together with a scowl and tightening the lips may indicate anger or frustration. Defiance may show up in body language on the face due to discontentment with what's happening at the time.

3. Staring straight ahead and avoiding your eyes may be a sign of defiance. When you're on a date and talking freely, then suddenly she stares into space and gets quiet, suspect defiance in regard to something you've said or done. If he stares directly into your eyes with an angry expression, this may signal defiance and shows aggressive behavior.

4. Watch for sudden straightening of the body posture. If he's relaxed one minute and suddenly stands or sits ram-rod straight, this may signal defiance in his body language.

5. Look for the classic sign of defiance in body language: hands on the hips. This may indicate resistance to authority. Sometimes crossed arms indicate disgust and defiance. A clenched fist, especially if it's raised in the air, may mean defiance.

6. Recognize that body language meanings vary depending on the person's general personality and the circumstances involved at the time.