Expressing Disgust Through Body Language Pulling or jerking head back to physically put distance between them and the source of disgust Turning body or head away to avoid looking at the thing (or person) that disgusts them Wrapping arms around oneself as a way to comfort them or shield themselves Shrinking back or recoiling – […]

Expressing Anger Through Eyes Eyes narrowed into slits A piercing stare An intense stare Rapid blinking – trying to hold back tears resulting from anger. When some people get angry, they feel pressure in their tear ducts, which forces the tears out.  Fixed, cold gaze  Locking eyes as if challenging the person they’re angry at

Expressing Regret Through Body Language Lowered head from shame or remorse Rubbing back of the neck from nervousness or guilt from being caught Covering face with hands, feeling ashamed Clenching and unclenching fists due to frustration or anger from being caught mixed with guilt Touching fingers to the temple Running hand through hair Slumped shoulders

Expressing Defeat Through Eyes Droopy eyelids from weariness Staring blankly, lost in thought or reevaluating the situation that led to their defeat or numb from defeat Downcast gaze Eyes closed, shutting down internally or shutting out others/world Avoiding meeting eyes Wandering gaze, unfocused Eyes don’t have the usual spark Hollow look, lifeless Exhausted or drained

Disgust Through Expressions Wrinkling nose in general or due to foul odor Frowning due to dislike or disapproval Narrowed eyes Raised eyebrows in disbelief Scrunched eyebrows paired with a frown Turning head or eyes away because they can’t see what is in front of them or to avoid eye contact with a person Jaw tightening

Expressing Suspicion Through Emotions Character suspects something: A constant feeling that something isn’t right Frustration stemming from believing someone is hiding something Guilt for thinking you might be suspecting them for no reason Questioning the motives of others during conversations or by studying their body language Hesitating to trust their words Inner conflict while their

Describing Pain Through Lips Twisted and contorted Lip quivering slightly Parted because the character is having trouble breathing Tightly pursed in frustration Clenched, especially if the character likes to tough through it Twisted in a grimace Lips pressed firmly together Lips feeling taut/strained Parted to let out a cry, hiss, or whimper Lips twitching in

Expressing Happiness Through Eyes Sparkling, lighting up Glowing Full of life Shimmering from holding back tears Resembling half-moons Bright and warm Soft and inviting Smile reaching their eyes Crinkles on the outer corners of the eyes A twinkle or sparkle in the eyes Eyes may be wider than usual (more attentive) Eyes darting around, showing

Expressing Guilt Through Body Language Beating around the bush Fidgeting with hands or objects nearby Inability to make decisions Isolating self Lack or decrease of self-care Nightmares Overly apologizing for small actions Overly justifying actions Overly self-destructive behavior (drinking, smoking, pulling hair, scratching self…) Rubbing or scratching their arm or neck, especially when prepared to