Body Language Experts Explain What The Most Commonly Misunderstood Sign Really Means

If you saw me at a work meeting, out with friends, or honestly anywhere in the wild, I almost always have my arms crossed. With that being my default stance, you would think I’m a miserable person with a bad attitude. But that is far from the truth (most of the time).

I’m crossing my arms for two reasons: 1) I’m probably cold, and 2) it feels like I’m giving myself a hug, and it feels comforting. 

As it turns out, crossed arms is the most commonly misunderstood body language sign, according to experts.