Body language as integral part of human communication


Body language is integral part of human communication. We do talk without movement! Understanding body language is essential when we want to better understand the other,  know one’s intentions and understand what a person really means.  

 

ELN offers a scientifically based knowledge based on neuroscience, communication sciences, kinesiology and psychology.

The institute is led by Gerard Stokkink, former teacher and founder of the expertise center in the Netherlands.

Expertise Center for Body Language Netherlands (ELN) is a study center for education and research.

General:

Body language is universal and is shaped by emotion (read: movement). The main emotions are fear, surprise, anger, disgust, sadness, happiness and contempt.

 

Body language 'happens' (unconsciously) it is there before we even speak.

A facial micro-expression usually lasts a fraction (1/10) of a second and occurs when the individual is trying to contain or maintain an emotional response. Since the nerve impulse has already been released and cannot be reversed, it escapes as micro-expression.

We cannot not communicate, said Paul Watzlawick (American psychologist, 1921-2007).


Improve your communication skills

Analyzing body language.

Movements that the body makes can be measured, defined and verified based on existing research.

Forensic analysis of gestures and other non-verbal items is a numerical calculation based on a correct observation technique, with no margin of error as long as the methodology is used correctly. There is no guesswork about the conclusions.

 

An expert in this field looks at videos, photos, times and creates a report where every minute of analysis is an hour of work, checks everything and make it tangible.

 

a lecture at the faculty of psychology

University of Amsterdam

 

An expert report requires an hour of work for every minute.

A forensic examination of bodily communication.

 

Calibration is a necessity and a prerequisite before analysis can take place. An example:

“When you say that you are a victim of, for example, a crime, in the first part of an interview you are asked questions about verifiable information. Ordinary everyday things, such as what you do for work or what and where you ate yesterday. During these 'control questions' - which last about fifteen minutes - you make approximately 100-120 movements, from which many parameters can be analyzed. The speed of your movements, reaction time and facial expressions when you talk. You will then be asked to tell what you were a victim of. Ultimately, your movements and reactions from this last part are compared to the control questions."



The ELN curriculum 

Practitioner training -  Body language as integral part of communication.

   Study duration 30 hours excl. self-study. Costs: € 3250

 

- Master -  Study duration: approx. 20 - 30 months - 3 levels, self-study,  online support.

   Only available in groups > 6 participants. Costs: € 9200.

 

- ELN provides workshops, masterclasses and lectures 

 

note: Send us a message if you are interested to attend the open study days, organized every other year.

We will then keep you informed of our planning.


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