Read this book and send your nonverbal intelligence soaring. Joe Navarro, a former FBI counterintelligence officer and a recognized expert on nonverbal behavior, explains how to "speed-read" people: decode sentiments and behaviors, avoid hidden pitfalls, and look for deceptive behaviors. You'll also learn how your body language can influence what your boss, family, friends, and strangers think of you. You will discover: The ancient survival instincts that drive body language Why the face is the least likely place to gauge a person's true feelings What thumbs, feet, and eyelids reveal about moods and motives The most powerful behaviors that reveal our confidence and true sentiments Simple nonverbals that instantly establish trust Simple nonverbals that instantly communicate authority

I see what you're thinking -- Mastering the secrets of nonverbal communication -- Living our limbic legacy -- Getting a leg up on body language : nonverbals of the feet and legs -- Torso tips: nonverbals of the torso, hips, chest, and shoulders -- Knowledge within reach : nonverbals of the arms -- Getting a grip : nonverbals of the hands and fingers -- The mind's canvas : nonverbals of the face -- Detecting deception : proceed with caution! -- Some final thoughts.