pacifying noverbal behaviors

Turtle effect

The “turtle effect” (shoulders rise toward the ears) is often seen when people are humbled or suddenly lose confidence

Lean away

People lean away from each other subconsciously when they disagree or feel uncomfortable around each other.

Eye blocking

Eye blocking is a very powerful display of consternation, disbelief, or disagreement.

Covering neck dimple

Covering of the neck dimple pacifies insecurities, emotional discomfort, fear, or concerns in real time. Playing with a necklace often serves the same purpose.

Rubbing forehead

Rubbing of the forehead is usually a good

indicator that a person is struggling with

something or is undergoing slight to severe

discomfort.

Neck touching

Neck touching takes place when there is emotional discomfort, doubt, or insecurity

Face touching

Cheek or face touching is a way to

pacify when nervous, irritated, or

concerned.

Puffed out cheeks

Exhaling with puffed out cheeks is a great way to release stress and to pacify.Notice how often people do this after a near mishap.

Adjusting ties

Men adjust their ties to deal with insecurities or discomfort. It also covers the suprasternal notch.

Massage neck

Men tend to massage or stroke their necks to pacify distress. This area is rich Men tend to massage or stroke their necks to pacify distress. This area is rich with nerves, including the vagus nerve, which when massaged will slow down the heart rate. with nerves, including the vagus nerve, which when massaged will slow down the heart rate.

Covering necks

Men typically cover their necks more robustly than women as a way to deal
with discomfort or insecurity.

Brief touch of the neck

Even a brief touch of the neck will serve to assuage anxiety or discomfort. Neck touching or massaging is a powerful and universal stress reliever and pacifier.