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Situational Cues
Moderate signal

Greeting Rituals

The handshake, bow, embrace or wave that opens an encounter and sets its tone.

Context
Channel
Moderate
Reliability
Advanced
Difficulty to Read
Example

A firm warm handshake with steady gaze opens a meeting on an easy footing.

How to Read It

The energy and warmth of the greeting often foreshadows the comfort of what follows.

A Word of Caution

Greeting customs vary widely, so judge warmth against the expected local form.

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