Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3663: Olympic Wrestler Frank Molinaro gets bitten by Ukraine's Andriy Kvyatkovskyy - Body Language and Emotional Intelligence (VIDEO, PHOTOS)

Now here's something you don't see every day - biting in wrestling.

Despite the fact that he was caught on camera biting his American opponent, and that per international rules biting is 'an act of flagrant misconduct and, on the first occurrence the individual shall be disqualified from competition', Ukrainian wrestler Andriy Kvyatkovskyy was not disqualified in his quarterfinal match against Frank Molinaro. The American did however go on to win the match.

What follows is a very telling nonverbal moment of Kvyatkovskyy's.

Here is a screen-capture of the act.

As Molinaro calls to an official while accusing his opponent, Kvyatkovskyy immediately buries his face in shame beneath his left upper arm.

Here we see it from another angle.

A moment later Kvyatkovskyy displays this MAP (Manipulator, Adaptor, Pacifier) once again. MAPs are seen during moments of increased anxiety. In this context, this repeated body language gesture is profoundly telling. Covering the face and in particular the eyes (diminishing eye contact with the referee) during an accusation is a strong indication of guilt. 

Conclusion: While wresting in the Rio 2016 Olympics, Andriy Kvyatkovskyy bit his opponent Frank Molinaro and in so doing he felt immediate shame. This nonverbal display is also a signal of his guilt.


See also:

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3662: Weverton Dives, Neymar Kicks and Brazil Wins Gold 

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3294: Ana Ivanovic, Lip Biting, the U.S. Open and Body Language

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3646: Melania Trump, Donald Trump, Visas, Citizenship and Body Language

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3649: Donald Trump's Endorsement of Paul Ryan

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3635: Michelle Obama's DNC Speech and a Body Language Mistake

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3591: Jo Cox, The Brexit and Sincere Smiles

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3229: Amy Poehler, Seth Meyers and a SNL Reunion - REALLY!?!

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3287: Hillary Clinton, Email Servers and Crisis Management


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Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3659: Ryan Lochte's "Today Show" Interview regarding Alleged Rio Robbery - Body Language & Emotional Intelligence (VIDEO, PHOTOS)

Ryan Lochte and three other U.S. Olympic swimmers (Gunnar Bentz, Jack Conger and Jimmy Feigen) are in hot water for allegedly fabricating a story of being robbed at gun point in Rio de Janeiro. Some have asserted this story was an effort to take attention away from alleged damage they perpetrated to a gas station restroom. This story is developing thus all the details are not yet known.

What follows is a partial nonverbal analysis.

At 2:44 in the above "Today" show video, Lochte continues, "... I'm not getting down on the ground and then the guy - pulled out his gun, he cocked it, put it to my forehead and said, 'Get down' - and I was like, I put my hands up, I was like 'Whatever'."

It's inconsistent that Lochte pointed his fingers at the journalist (Billy Bush) - rather than himself when he said, "... put it to my forehead ...". If the gun was truly pointed at Lochte, in his re-enactment Lochte should NOT have taken the point-of-view of the alleged gunman.

Notice also that Lochte did not point his fingers at Bush's forehead (where he said gun was aimed) - rather he pointed in the region of Bush's upper cheek and eye.

Note that when Lochte points his hand toward the Bush to signify a gun being pointed at himself - Lochte uses both his index finger and his middle finger as a physical metaphor for the barrel of the handgun. This is extremely unusual. The handgun gesture is universal - anything other that only the index finger being used to signify the business end of the firearm is highly atypical (even with children playing this is true).

Moreover Lochte's illustrator here is also inconsistent with the alleged aggressive nature of the story. Using two fingers softens up the pointing gesture significantly, making it feel much less invasive. Indeed this is why flight attendants famously point with these same two fingers rather than only an index finger (forefinger). Lochte is subconsciously leaking the truth by being less aggressive in his recounting - for no such gun or aggression was perpetrated upon him.

Summary: Ryan Lochte's verbal recounting of the alleged robbery is inconsistent with his body language. When the verbal language is incongruous with the nonverbal language - it's the nonverbal which tells the truth.

See also:

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3658: Usain Bolt's "Cheeky Smile"

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3654: Hope Solo Calls Swedish Team "Cowards" after US Loss in Rio

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3645: Miss Teen USA's Apology

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3628: Donald & Melania Trump's interview with Matt Lauer Prior to Her Speech at Republican Convention

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3512: Emilia Clarke in "Me Before You"

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3440: Sarah Palin Endorses Donald Trump - What Trump Really Thinks About Palin

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3357: Justin Bieber leaves/walks off the stage in Oslo

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3325: Vladimir Putin, the United Nations, Russian Soil and Confidence Levels


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Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3658: Usain Bolt's "Cheeky Smile" - Body Language and Emotional Intelligence (PHOTOS)

The image above went viral shortly and it quickly became a meme after it was captured during the men's semi-final of the 100 meter run. Later that day, Usain Bolt went on to capture his third consecutive gold medal - a feat unprecedented in Olympic history. The Jamaican phenomenon owns the three fastest times ever run for that event (in addition he also owns the world record for the 200 meter run as well as one of the members of the 4 x 100 m relay record).

Many people were describing the expression on Usain Bolt's face as a smile - while some were more specific - labeling it a "Mischievous Smile", "Cheshire Cat Smile" or a "Cheeky Smile" - but from a strict nonverbal perspective - what was it?

The short answer is this was not a true, sincere smile of joy-happiness (not a Duchenne Smile). Note that his jaw was thrust out and his lower teeth were largely visible in this close up view. Both of these characteristics are not indicative of a sincere smile - yet they are very characteristic of high adrenaline states. One could make assertion that there's even a trace of fear on his face in this moment. This idea makes sense, since Bolt is looking to the side - concerned about the exact position of his competitors. Such a maneuver is considered very poor form - for even a high school sprinter.

The physicality of exerting oneself at such an extreme level brings with it emotions and physiology not present while resting. Thus, this is probably is about the best example of some would call a "Social Smile" (although it's certainly not a true sincere smile and not even a good social smile) while looking to one side and still running and winning a world class 100 m sprint semi-final on the World's-stage.

A further reference and context is demonstrated in the image immediately below, taken after the completion of the race - about 12 - 14 seconds later.

See also:

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3657: Abbey D'Agnostino, Nikki Hamblin and the Olympic Spirit

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3656: Usain Bolt, Justin Gatlin and the 100 M Olympic Final

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3651: Micheal Phelps, Chad le Clos and the Power of the "Game Face"

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3631: Donald Trump's Acceptance Speech at the GOP Convention

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3599: The Brexit, David Cameron announces his Resignation and Protection

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3502: Chicago Cubs' Kris Bryant Pranks a College Team as ‘The Transfer’

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3435: US Sailor captain Apologizes to Iran

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3380: Adele at the BBC, When Adele was disguised as Jenny


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Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3656: Usain Bolt, Justin Gatlin and the 100 M Olympic Final - Body Language and Emotional Intelligence (PHOTO)

Justin Gatlin won the Gold medal at the Olympics in Athens in 2004 and the Bronze in London in 2012. He also was twice banned from his sport for performance enhancing drugs.

The image captured above was Gatlin's facial expression as he entered the Olympic Stadium in Rio last night. Gatlin was about to face off against the seven other fastest people on the planet - including his longtime rival Usain Bolt. For those who don't follow track and field (aka "athletics" in Olympic jargon), Usain Bolt of Jamaica is considered to be the best sprinter in history - owning world records in the 100 meters (9.58 sec), the 200 metres (19.19 sec) and the 4 x 100 relay (36.84 sec).

From a nonverbal perspective, Justin Gatlin's facial signals were not that of a confident athlete preparing for a performance on the World stage.

Note his forehead - it's contracted and elevated across the entire width. His eyebrows are elevated and his eyelids are also opened wider than baseline. If we stopped here, this nonverbal cluster alone is not at all indicative of high confidence or emotional comfort.

Look further though - for Gatlin's mouth is configured in what is known as a "Lateral Lip Purse". This signals open (non-secretive) decision making mindset. It's extremely commonly seen at the grocery store or when perusing a menu. But Gatlin's not at a restaurant.

This is a very beta body language expression and moreover even facilitates lower confidence, lower emotional comfort and indecision. Justin Gatlin's face is silently screaming, "I'm not comfortable in my own skin (at the moment) and I'm not sure what to do."

Gatlin finished with a silver while Usain Bolt went on to capture an unprecedented third consecutive Gold Medal.


See also:

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3655: Rescue In Baton Rouge Floodwater

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3652: Simone Manuel & Penny Oleksiak Win Olympic Gold

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3649: Donald Trump's Endorsement of Paul Ryan

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3647: Yusra Mardini, Refugees, Syrian Swimmer, and Sincere Smiles

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3624: Terrorist Attack in Nice, France

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3582: Brock Turner's Dad Draws Outrage of "20 Minutes of Action" - Lack of Empathy and No Remorse

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3547: Kate Middleton on Cover of Vogue's 100th Anniversary Issue

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3438: Hillary Clinton, What's Your Relationship with Vladimir Putin? - Democratic Debates

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Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3652: Simone Manuel & Penny Oleksiak Win Olympic Gold - Body Language & Emotional Intelligence (PHOTOS)

Yesterday Simone Manuel of the United States and Penny Oleksiak of Canada set a co-Olympic record as they tied in the finals of the 100 Meter Freestyle.

In the image captured above, Ms. Manuel is being interviewed just after her Gold Medal performance. In trying to suppress her tears, Simone's psyche employs an Inward Lip Roll (ILR). This nonverbal tool is but one method the human subconscious uses in an effort to both blunt the outward expression strong emotions - as well as also suppressing their inward growth. In this case Ms. Manuel is trying to dampen her "Happy Tears" - a colloquial emotional expression which overlaps with that of another: "Fiero".

As with so many emotions, Fiero is a descriptor which does not have an English language equivalent. It's a termed coined by Italian Psychologist Isabella Poggi and characterizes the feelings of intense triumph we feel upon solving a problem or great accomplishment. And although it's most commonly photographed in the context of sport - fiero, of course, occurs in every aspect of life.

The photo below shows Penny Oleksiak only 1-2 seconds after the race. The Canadian athlete is not yet fully expressing Fiero. From a nonverbal perspective, it's very important to note how her mouth is opened in a classic sincere surprise configuration displaying a vertical-oval, tight-lip configuration. In contrast, in the every-day world - a high percentage of what most people label as "surprise" is feigned. In these scenarios of acted and insincere surprise the appearance of teeth is one way to detected its forced nature.

See also:

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3651: Micheal Phelps, Chad le Clos and the Power of the "Game Face"

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3646: Melania Trump, Donald Trump, Visas, Citizenship and Body Language 

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3642: Does Donald Trump Know Vladimir Putin? 

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3633: David Duke's Duplicity & The US Senate 

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3596: Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds and Deadpool

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3561: Catchphrase, Andy Samberg, Bryce Harper and Gigi Hadid 

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3532: Meryl Streep, Hugh Grant and The Graham Norton Show 

Nonverbal Communication Analysis No. 3503: John Kasich interview regarding Republican Convention

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