What are they really thinking? (Body language and it's interpretation)

So your on a first date. The drinks are served, the appetizer is out, and your starting the initial conversation with your person of interest. The person sitting across from you however is a little more reserved than your used to. Are they shy? Or simply just not interested? 

Although you can’t pick the other person’s brain, there are several body language techniques you can pick up to better guess if your wasting your time, or just need to put in a little more effort in to get them to open up. 

They might not be talking much, but do they lean towards you when you talk? Or do they sit back in their chair? Leaning in when talking or listening is a sure sign that someone is interested in what the other person is saying. At least you know they don't find you boring. 

Are their arms crossed or uncrossed? Crossed arms is a sign of being closed off, or they're possibly trying to create as much distance between you and themselves as possible. However they could just be cold, or hungry, and hate their shirt, so don't look too much into it. 

Are they making eye contact? Is the eye contact consistent, or are they constantly looking to the side. If they're consistently checking they're phone, or can't seem to hold eye contact with you for more than a few seconds without looking around the room, this is a large sign that your boring or annoying them. If they are looking down however, this could be a sign that they are simply shy, and you still have the opportunity to win them over. 

Where are their feet pointed? If you are sitting across from each other at the table, are their feet obviously facing towards the exit? If the answer is yes, there is a strong possibility they are subconsciously (or maybe even consciously) waiting for the first chance they get to dart towards the door.

How about their palms? Are they up or down? If palms up on the table it is a sign of open interest, you might have a good shot!  

Although these signs don't mean the same thing in every situation, if you date is exhibiting any of the previous signals, beware. If you choose to ignore some obvious body language, your date might end unfavorably. 

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