Parallel body orientation in non nonverbal communication
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Parallel body orientation is a form of nonverbal communication that conveys directness and attention. More than just standing in a direction that happens to face someone, the action of turning to face someone you previously were not shows them that you've chosen to communicate with them in favor of whatever else you were doing before hand. This typically inspires confidence and trust, because the focus you've placed on them implies a higher perceived value in their words than in other surrounding stimuli.
Facing parallel to someone is a gesture best used in a professional environment for the reasons listed above. It builds better rapport between coworkers amongst themselves or with management, since they know they have been heard and any important information shared will be considered and properly acted upon. Above all, it shows respect.