The Daily Motivation

Psychological Hacks To Get Honesty Out Of Anyone | Evy Poumpouras

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Oct 5, 2025
Evy Poumpouras, a former U.S. Secret Service agent and expert in behavioral analysis, shares her insights on decoding non-verbal cues. She explains how body language, facial expressions, and eye contact can reveal hidden emotions and intentions. Evy emphasizes the importance of establishing a baseline to spot deviations that signal deception. Listeners learn practical techniques to read microexpressions and improve their questioning skills to uncover the truth. Her engaging approach makes understanding human behavior both insightful and actionable.
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INSIGHT

Body Speaks Louder Than Words

  • Nonverbal cues carry the majority of communication, so your body matters more than words.
  • Use posture and eye contact to convey confidence and presence in meetings.
ADVICE

Use Posture And Eye Contact

  • Sit up straight and take up space to signal confidence and competence.
  • Maintain steady eye contact to build trust and appear more confident.
INSIGHT

Look For Patterns Not Single Gestures

  • Detecting deception relies on patterns rather than a single gesture.
  • Verbal content often reveals dishonesty more reliably than isolated body cues.
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