If someone is talking about something in their past, and they regret it, what are some ways they would show the regret, i.e body language, voice tone, etc.? I am not asking for ways to see if they are lying.
2007-02-13 04:38:12 · 14 answers · asked by phil5775 3 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
They would not make eye contact, they may look at the floor. The voice may waver, or crying. Speech might be hesitant as if they have to search for the right words to describe what occurred. Hands may shake. These may be some of the characteristics of sharing a particularly painful memory.
2007-02-13 04:42:22 · answer #1 · answered by Deirdre O 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
About 75% of how people communicate is body language, not verbal. I would look for body language that indicated being ashamed, such as hunched shoulders and a lack of eye contact. However, you always want to keep in mind that not everyone will fall into this pattern. Many people react in ways that are not considered "normal." Incongruencies in what a person is saying and how they are acting is the best indicator of discomfort (which could be shame in this case). If you think the person's body language indicates regret then try confronting him/ her and ask if that is what he/ she is feeling and see where it goes from there.
2007-02-13 05:09:10 · answer #2 · answered by fairyprincess1381 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree....Showing true regret is not about body language, but in the way in which they have changed their actions since the incident. If I truly regret something I have said or done, then I would try and either make amends for that action, or change my way of doing, saying, or living, so as not to repeat the mistakes I have made. Live and learn, as they say.
2007-02-13 04:48:17 · answer #3 · answered by Michelle C 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
i think if somebody really regrets something they did, they must take full responsibility for their actions that led up to the regretable outcome. example: i regret very much getting a DUI, however i made a choice at the time to drink and drive, so it is my fault that i put myself and others in danger. i will make better descisions in the future as a result of getting a DUI. i think that a person must show willingness to change if they truly regret something. a huge part of my recovery from drugs and alcohol is making amends to the people i hurt in active addiction. i go about this by making eye contact, being sincere, confident in what i say, and letting them see the changes i have gone through. i am a 'see it to believe it' kind of person and words are just that - words. proof is in the behavior and actions.
2007-02-13 04:45:26 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Looking down or fidgeting can be signs of being uncomfortable with the situation (it could mean they're lying too though). Also listen to their voice, if it sounds like they are having a hard time talking, their voice is breaking up or it they are talking really fast can all be signs they really do regret it.
2007-02-13 04:51:00 · answer #5 · answered by FlyChicc420 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually a sad look on their face.Signs of being uncomfortable in their body language. Also a sign of regret is when a person sits on your hands and look down at the floor. Usually the feeling of regret brings the feeling of shame.
2007-02-13 04:44:23 · answer #6 · answered by Liberal City 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say the tone of voice, it would be almost 'sad' and their body language is usually oddly relaxed. It depends on how long ago the event happened. Time decreases a persons reaction to tough situations from a long time ago. In the near past, reaction, etc., may be 'stronger.'
2007-02-13 04:43:39 · answer #7 · answered by spolie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not important how they react, because that can be acted.
What's important is the action they took to make up for the regretted action.
For example, they may say they regret not speaking their mind in certain situations. Do they still keep silent when they should speak?
2007-02-13 04:41:56 · answer #8 · answered by FCabanski 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If it's something emotional for them they could tear up and want to cry. Yes, body language- do they look away? Voice tone, you'll be able to tell in what manner they are speaking, choice of words.
2007-02-13 04:43:06 · answer #9 · answered by strawberry 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I think you have partially answered your question. Their voice might become soft, their eyes might show pain, their shoulders might droop, their head might lower, their eyes might tear up, there are many ways they might show regret. Then again, they might not show any of these symtoms. What I would do is to say, "I regret this, badly". I am an honest and up front person.
2007-02-13 04:55:34 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋