I hear it all the time: If you cross your arms, you are blocking others out and sending a negative message. I'm sure you have also heard this. But is it accurate? Let me inform you now that it is not.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Carol Kinsey Goman is a contributor on body language and presence. Dec 12, 2024, 07:12pm EST I’ve seen this happen with leaders at ...

I hear it all the time: If you cross your arms, you are blocking others out and sending a negative message. I'm sure you have also heard this. But is it accurate? Let me inform you now that it is not.