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How feet can reveal if someone is lying to you

Feet could be the most revealing body part when it comes to detecting lies
Feet could be the most revealing body part when it comes to detecting lies (Getty)
  • FBI-trained non-verbal communication expert Juan Manuel García López claims feet are the most revealing body part when it comes to detecting lies.
  • López suggests that when a person's words and body language don't align, it indicates a potential deception. For example, a tense posture while claiming to be relaxed can be a tell.
  • He emphasises that feet are often overlooked when people try to control their body language, making them a reliable indicator of true intentions. Feet pointing towards the door might signal a desire to leave, regardless of the stated reason.
  • López acknowledges that individuals can manipulate body language to deceive others, using tactics like mirroring to create a false sense of connection.
  • This insight comes after retired FBI agent Steve Lazarus warned against home DNA tests due to privacy concerns, citing potential misuse by law enforcement, health insurance companies, and the risk of data breaches.
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