Open vs Closed Body Language: Read People, Signal Status

Open body language is one of the clearest signs of confidence, comfort, and social power.

From job interviews to dating and leadership, understanding and using open body language helps you appear more trustworthy, approachable, and dominant—all without saying a word.

In this guide, you’ll learn exactly what open body language looks like, how it differs from closed body language, and how to use it to your advantage.

This is a stereotypical open body language pose for a man. Perfectly...