Interpretation of nonverbal communication in the couple.

Non-verbal communication is a very important form of communication in any interpersonal relationship, and in a couple it is fundamental. Often, what is not said verbally, is transmitted through nonverbal communication, and that is why it is important to learn how to interpret it correctly to better understand our partner and improve our relationship. At this point, we will address the interpretation of nonverbal communication in the couple, that is, how to read the nonverbal signals that our partner sends us.

Before delving into the interpretation of nonverbal communication, it is important to keep in mind that nonverbal signals can vary greatly from one person to another, and also depend on cultural, social and contextual factors. That is, what for one person may be a sign of nervousness, for another may simply be a way of being. Therefore, we should always take into account the context and individual characteristics of our partner when interpreting their non-verbal communication.

That said, there are some nonverbal gestures and signals that tend to have a common meaning in most people and cultures, and that we can use to interpret our partner's nonverbal communication. Below, we will look at some of them.

Eye contact: Eye contact is a very important form of nonverbal communication in a couple. Maintaining eye contact with our partner can indicate interest, attention, sincerity and commitment. However, if our partner avoids eye contact, it may be a sign of shyness, disinterest, discomfort or even that he/she is hiding something from us.

Body posture: Body posture is another important indicator of nonverbal communication in a couple. If our partner feels relaxed and comfortable, she is likely to have an open posture, with her arms and legs uncrossed. On the other hand, if she is nervous or defensive, she may cross her arms or legs, lean backward or forward, or adopt a tense and rigid posture.

Facial expression: Facial expression is one of the most obvious aspects of nonverbal communication in a couple. A genuine smile can indicate happiness, joy and sincerity, while a frown or scowl can indicate sadness, concern or displeasure. In addition, paying attention to eye movements, such as whether you blink too much or avoid eye contact, can give us clues about our partner's emotional state.

Gestures: Gestures are also an important form of nonverbal communication in a couple. For example, if our partner gently touches our arm while talking, it may indicate emotional closeness and affection. On the other hand, if our partner gesticulates a lot and in a disorderly manner, it may be a sign of nervousness or even anger.

Tones of voice: The tone of voice is also an important form of nonverbal communication in a couple. If our partner speaks with a soft and warm tone, it may indicate affection and affection. If he/she speaks with a loud and aggressive tone of voice, it may indicate frustration or anger. It is important to pay attention to our partner's tone of voice to better understand how he or she is feeling and to respond appropriately.

In addition, the tone of voice can communicate other emotions such as sadness, joy, surprise or displeasure. If our partner speaks with a monotonous and unenthusiastic tone, it may indicate boredom or lack of interest. If he/she speaks with an excited and animated tone, it may indicate happiness or enthusiasm.

It is important to remember that tone of voice is not always an accurate indication of what our partner is feeling. Sometimes people may speak in a different tone of voice than they actually feel. Therefore, it is important to pay attention to other aspects of nonverbal communication, such as body language and facial expressions, to better understand what our partner is trying to communicate.