Mark Bowden’s non-verbal techniques for influence and persuasion have been described in the Canadian national press as a “secret weapon” for G7leaders, including Canadian Prime Minister, Stephen Harper. His techniques derive from evolutionary psychology, behavioral psychology and embodied cognition. Most notable is Bowden’s GesturePlane System, and the specific use of open palm hand gestures in what he coins as the “TruthPlane” (the horizontal plane at navel height on the human body) to create feelings of trust, credibility, and confidence when communicating. This model was first put forward in his 2010 book, Winning Body Language. A must listen to show!
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