Understanding Body Language: How to Decode Nonverbal Communication in Life, Love, and Work | Scott Rouse

Become more successful in every interaction by learning to read body language

Scientific studies show that people use body language to express their true feelings about a given situation or topic. With Understanding Body Language, you’ll discover essential information and how-to guidance for deciphering nonverbal communication so you can make better decisions about the people and situations you approach every day.

Start by learning how to properly observe people so you can uncover their subtle nonverbal cues without drawing attention to yourself. Then, practice on your friends and family with practical advice to help you better read social gatherings and telltale signs of disagreement. Finally, dive deeper with real-life scenarios you’ll likely encounter, such as dating, job interviews, and workplace interactions.

Understanding Body Language includes:

• Body language 101—Explore the science and driving forces behind body language, best practices for your own expression, and tips for successful interpretation of others.
• In-the-moment guidance—Learn setting-specific how-tos to help you feel physically assured in difficult situations, such as using positive body language while on a date and projecting confidence within the workplace.
• An emotional connection—Discover the link between specific emotions and the associated body language so you can apply that vital knowledge in real time and use it to your advantage.

Learn to decode body language with this complete guide to understanding nonverbal communication.

Editorial Reviews

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“Read it, loved it! What a nice, easy-to-understand guide, and I loved the pace of the book and the examples. Well done, Scott.” ―Joe Navarro, Former FBI Agent and Best-selling Author

“Scott’s real-world experience, first in the music industry and later in interrogation, gives him unique insight into human behavior and body language. Scott is my go-to guy for neurobiology of behavior. Read this book.” ―Greg Hartley, Author, How To Spot a Liar

“Scott Rouse is a rare expert who defines the craft. In Understanding Body Language, Scott not only gives you life-changing skills, he delivers on promises the other books fail to.” ―Chase Hughes, Author, The Ellipsis Manual

“Scott Rouse is a master of body language analysis, and this book will quickly help you decode the behaviors of everyone around you.” ―Mark Bowden, Author, Truth and Lies

“Scott’s real-world experience, first in the music industry and later in interrogation, give him unique insight into human behavior and body language. Scott is my go-to guy for neurobiology of behavior. Read this book.” ―Greg Hartley, Author, How To Spot a Liar

“Scott Rouse is a rare expert who defines the craft. In Understanding Body Language, Scott not only gives you life-changing skills, he delivers on promises the other books fail to.” ―Chase Hughes, Author, The Ellipsis Manual

“Scott Rouse is a master of body language analysis, and this book will quickly help you decode the behaviors of everyone around you.” ―Mark Bowden, Author, Truth and Lies

About the Author

SCOTT ROUSE is a behavior analyst and body language expert. His extensive training, education, and practice of nonverbal communication have made Scott an expert and consultant to law enforcement and to the United States military, as well as to Fortune 500 CEOs, doctors, attorneys, executives, and entertainers.