Body language expert Mark Bowden highlights that Trump's resilience extends beyond his words to encompass his non-verbal cues. Bowden observes that, in a recent interview with Tucker Carlson, Trump conveyed a multitude of indicators denoting control, confidence, and authority. Notably, during his discussion of his absence from the GOP presidential debate, Bowden underscores that Trump employs a "double shrug," signifying his straightforwardness on the matter.
WATCH: When asked why he decided to skip the GOP Presidential debate tonight, President Trump explained to @TuckerCarlson that he’s over 50 points up in the polls, adding, “Do I sit there for an hour or two hours…and get harassed by people who shouldn't even be running for… pic.twitter.com/eBZ4twavF2
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From Western Journal:
According to Mark Bowden, who the outlet described as a “renowned body language expert,” some of the most important aspects of Trump’s message weren’t vocalized.
Trump’s posture, Bowden said, indicated a man with a “sense of control” over his environment.
During much of the interview, Trump say with “hands ‘steepled,’ fingers wide, and thumbs up in a signal of confidence and power,” he explained.
Bowden also referred to Trump’s use of the “double shrug,” which he said indicated the former president’s “matter-of-factness.”
“Single shoulder shrugs are often associated with uncertainty, while a double shrug signifies matter-of-factness,” he said.
“On the question of why he is not at the debates, he is consistent in his use of the double shrug,” he added.
“I don’t think it’s right to do it,” Trump said, which was emphasized by the shrug that Bowden said “reinforces that he wants us to understand it’s more of a moral obligation not to attend.”
The body language expert also noted Trump’s gaze, which shifted from Carlson to the camera to reinforce certain points with his audience. For example, when Trump mentioned that he was leading in the polls by 50 or 60 points, and then mentioned “one poll” that had him 70 points up, “he looks at the camera again to ensure that we’re buying into the growing numbers,” Bowden said.
Liberals can mock and criticize Trump all they want, but the one assertion they can never make is that he lacks strength.
Amid challenges, Trump upholds his confidence, and it's evident that this is no mere façade. He communicates, both verbally and nonverbally, that he embodies authentic leadership.
