For the most part we are oblivious to gestures, yet thinking, gesturing, and speaking are intertwined instincts. Learning to make them work together is key to finding your most fluent, comfortable speaking style. The question of whether or not to gesture in court can be controversial, but scientific research supports gesture as integral to speaking and understanding language. This interesting program will help you learn what appropriate, prototypical gesture looks like, and which gestures can help you trigger your own natural instincts. You'll also discover tips on how to suit your actions to your words and your words to the actions of your gestures.
As a result of this program, you will understand:
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Understand how thinking, speaking, and gesturing are connected
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Confidently use the three prototypical gestures: GIVE, CHOP, and SHOW
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Suit your actions to your words, and your words to the actions of your gestures
Program materials include:
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Avoiding Hollow Gestures
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The Surprising Science of Natural Gestures
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