My analysis of this man’s ‘half fingers-in-pocket’ posture is that it conveys – UNCERTAINTY. It seems he wants to be more open and REVEAL his entire hands, but because of his uncertainty, he can’t commit to doing it.
Like this person, ANYTIME you can be seen, it forms an impression of you, and a potential for LOSS or GAIN. What impressions are you leaving?
An important time to leave a positive impression is when you ENTER a room. Here is a two-step SCHEMA that has paid off for my clients:
1. Enter radiating warmth and acceptance, and with a level of calm enthusiasm.
2. Think S.O.D.A. This is: STOP upon entry. OBSERVE the room. DECIDE where to sit/move to. (then) ACT – Move to that seat/place.
(Most people on entry just ACT).
Half fingers-in-pocket posture
