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    Micro-expressions: The Science of Reading Faces with David Matsumoto

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    12 июн. 2026 г.
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    Learn the science of micro-expressions with expert David Matsumoto. Discover how these involuntary facial movements reveal the truth in nonverbal communication.

    Micro-expressions: The Science of Reading Faces with David Matsumoto

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    Micro-expressions are involuntary facial movements that can last as little as one-fifteenth of a second; they reveal the raw, unedited truth of what a person is feeling and are nearly impossible to fake.

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    Micro-expressions are involuntary facial movements that occur during a conversation, often lasting as little as one-fifteenth of a second. According to the science of nonverbal communication, these flickers are the most honest moments in an interaction because they reveal raw, unedited emotions that the conscious mind might try to hide. Because they happen so quickly, they are nearly impossible to fake, providing a window into a person's true feelings regardless of what they are saying verbally.

    David Matsumoto is a world-renowned expert on facial expressions and a Professor of Psychology at San Francisco State University. His extensive work focuses on the psychology of facial movements and how these signals function in human interaction. In this episode, his research is used to explain how understanding these rapid facial signals can help individuals gain what he calls "data superiority" in both their professional and personal lives by identifying unspoken needs and hesitations.

    Learning to spot micro-expressions gives you "data superiority" by allowing you to catch the momentary flashes of emotion—such as annoyance or hesitation—that others might miss. David Matsumoto suggests that because these movements are involuntary, they provide more reliable information than spoken words. By mastering the science of reading faces, you can better understand a client's unspoken needs or a partner's true feelings, ensuring you have the most accurate information available during any social or professional exchange.

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