Even before words have been exchanged, sometimes you can just tell the new person you’ve just met is giving off a bad vibe.
That creeping feeling that someone just doesn’t like you within minutes can be a hostile feeling to grapple, and you might be inclined to brush it off entirely as irrational paranoia.
However, it’s actually a pretty common gut feeling and could be a sign you’re in-tune with that person’s body language signals, but sometimes it might not be as obvious.
Psychologist Francesa Tighinean has shared five signs somebody doesn’t like you (TikTok/@francescapsychology)
If it’s something that doesn’t come easy to you, a psychologist has revealed the top five giveaway signs that mean you might’ve not made a good first impression with someone.
Francesca Tighinean, a US-based psychologist who studied in London, discussed the topic with her 1.3 million TikTok followers in a new video.
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Avoiding eye contact
She said that one of the easiest ways you can tell if someone isn’t your biggest fan is if they’re avoiding eye contact.
“This may suggest they are trying to avoid deeper connection or conversation,” she explained.
There are some obvious signs (Getty Images)
Pursed lips
“Number two, pursing your lips,” Francesca continued, explaining that pressed lips can be ‘a nonverbal cue of irritation, stress or disapproval’.
How they’re stood
Next, you can observe how the person is stood as the psychologist said their feet and/or body position can also give insight to how they’re feeling.
She continued: “Number three, turning their body or feet away from you. This can indicate a desire to disengage. They might subconsciously position themselves toward an exit or away from the interaction.”
Creating barriers
If your suspected frenemy is stood with their arms crossed, has taken a step backwards or maintains some distance from you, this could be a sure sign that they’re feeling uncomfortable and are setting up boundaries.
“Placing objects, such as a bag or crossed arms, between you can symbolise a need for psychological or physical space,” Francesca revealed. “Similarly, taking a step back or maintaining a noticeable distance can suggest discomfort.”
Not smiling
Finally, Francesca said that facial expressions can say a lot, adding: “A lack of genuine smiles or limited facial expressions signals disinterest or lack of warmth in the interaction.”
How to make people instantly like you
If you’re faced with these five signs a lot, Francesca said there are ways you can make people instantly like you.
In the video, she advises asking the person to help you out with a simple favor, call them by their name often enough and politely pause for a few seconds before responding.
She added tjat the wait makes the other person feel as though you’re being thoughtful with your response.
So, the next time you’re met with ice cold body language, you’ll know exactly what to do to turn a possible foe into a friend.
