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Gestures
Moderate signal

Steepling

Pressing the fingertips of both hands together to form a shape like the roof of a building.

Body
Channel
Moderate
Reliability
Beginner
Difficulty to Read
Example

An expert listens to a question, then forms a steeple with the fingers before answering calmly.

How to Read It

Steepling commonly signals confidence, composure and a sense of authority over the subject at hand.

A Word of Caution

Held too long it can read as arrogance, so consider how it lands with the rest of the room.

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