The Definitive Book of Body Language

The Definitive Book of Body Language

Fists-Clenched-Arms-

Crossed shows a hostile

attitude exists

Arm-Gripping

The Double-Arm-Grip is characterised by the person's hands

tightly gripping their upper arms to reinforce themselves and

avoid exposure of the front of the body. Sometimes the arms

can be gripped so tight that the fingers and knuckles can turn

white as blood circulation is cut off. It's a person's way of com-

forting himself with a form of self-hugging. Arm-gripping is

commonly seen in doctors' and dentists' waiting rooms or

with first-time air travellers who are waiting for lift-off. It

shows a negative, restrained attitude.

The Double-Arm-Grip:

feeling insecure and not

buying what you're selling

In a courtroom, the claimant may be seen using a Fists-
Clenched-Arm-Crossed pose while the defendant may have
taken the Double-Arm-Grip position.