Does anyone know what this body language means? I always resort to this no matter what and I don't understand why I keep doing it

BluffButt · 2019-02-05T10:14:01+00:00

Do this but behind your back. Enjoy your newly found dominance

Kurush559 · 2019-02-05T09:05:05+00:00

Modern body language psychology suggests men do this subconsciously to protect their balls (the hands dont need to literally cover the balls, just that area) and is a sign of defensiveness and that youre feeling under possible threat

Yashugan00 · 2019-02-05T08:48:39+00:00

I read insecurity: mild disagreement but doesn't want to speak up.

INNASKILLZ2K18 · 2019-02-05T09:30:24+00:00

I'm no FBI agent, but to me it looks defensive, closed and submissive. Like you're subconsciously trying to make yourself seem smaller and take less space.

nu121x · 2019-02-05T11:48:02+00:00

Oh come on James

Trip-trader · 2019-02-05T12:03:47+00:00

Yeah you naturally goto this cause this is how you feel inside at that moment and it’s your way of comforting yourself. As others stated it’s defensive, insecure BIG time. Complete opposite of confidence.

You have to notice when you do this and force yourself to stand in a better way. Read some body language books and understand how you hold your body effects how you feel, it’s all connected.

Best one I saw for going to a bar, most people grab a drink then hold on arm in front of them, holding the drink, it’s a half disguised defensive show and broadcasts weakness.

If you’re the alpha male in the room, your NOT scared of anyone, you don’t need to cover your body in any half or full defensive pose. You stand tall, relaxed, hands at your side, drink down by your waist.

I did this at a few bars after learning it and had girls approach me for the first time in my life. This subtle stuff makes a big difference. Girls can read your status at a glance.

Start lifting and you’ll soon feel more confident, strong and less need to be defensive in public.

FalconWrite · 2019-02-05T15:54:33+00:00

You know you gotta do it to em

wiffofass · 2019-02-05T08:29:39+00:00

Closed, defensive, maybe even insecure. Beta body language IMO. Put your hands on your hips instead

alpha-zach · 2019-02-05T13:54:31+00:00

You are covering your privates. It’s an insecurity thing. You are concerned that someone will attack you.

Powerful body language is open and uncovers vulnerable spots. Mentally it says, try to attack my vulnerable spots, if you want, but I’ll fuck your up.

GirlWithAPalette · 2019-02-05T15:31:50+00:00

I would take it as an indication of submission, they are waiting to execute your commands.

Son_of_Gatsby · 2019-02-05T19:23:40+00:00

I was hoping it was the MS Paint guy again

Title	Does anyone know what this body language means? I always resort to this no matter what and I don't understand why I keep doing it
Author	MiZiSTiK
Upvotes	12
Comments	30
Date	February 5, 2019 8:12 AM UTC (7 years ago)
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