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A sudden stillness in which all movement stops, an ancient reaction to perceived threat.
Hearing an unexpected accusation a person goes entirely still, even the hands ceasing to move.
Read sudden stillness as a possible alarm reaction, the body pausing to assess a threat.
Deep concentration can also produce stillness, so note what happened in the moment before.
Walking back and forth in a confined area, releasing nervous or restless energy through motion.
ExploreSmall repeated movements such as tapping, clicking a pen or shifting objects without clear purpose.
ExploreThe way the feet point, often revealing where a person truly wishes to go or to direct attention.
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