#1 Body Language Expert: Why People Secretly Don’t Like You

Dr. Mayim Bialik June 10, 2025
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Dr. Mayim Bialik

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Hey. Yes, I was Amy Farrah Fowler on ‘The Big Bang Theory’ and ‘Blossom,’ but I’m also trained as a neuroscientist. My podcast, “Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown” is your ticket to better well-being, a deeper understanding of your mental, physical and spiritual health, and the place where my partner Jonathan Cohen and I get real about the intersection of mind, body and spirit with a ton of amazing guests. Watch, learn, share, leave comments, and subscribe to this channel. Audio is available wherever you listen to podcasts. For exclusive and never-before-seen content, visit our Substack! Thanks for being here to break it down with us. Podcast Pages: Website: https://www.bialikbreakdown.com/ Substack: bialikbreakdown.substack.com Merch: https://shop.bialikbreakdown.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bialikbreakdown/?hl=en And see my daily life updates on social media: https://www.instagram.com/MissMayim https://www.facebook.com/MissMayim https://www.twitter.com/MissMayim

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What if the way you say "hello" is holding you back in life? On this episode of Mayim Bialik's Breakdown, Vanessa Van Edwards—body language expert, behavioral researcher, and founder of Science of People—shares powerful insights with Mayim & Jonathan from her bestselling book Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication. In this must-watch episode, the charisma training guru and TED Talk speaker reveals how unconscious social cues—like tone of voice, microexpressions, posture, and awkward hand gestures—can quietly sabotage your confidence, relationships, and career. Learn the behavioral science behind first impressions, how to decode body language, spot deception, and overcome your “Resting Bothered Face.” Discover nonverbal communication tips to build instant trust, increase likability, and reframe social anxiety into a personal advantage. Whether you’re an introvert craving better people skills or a leader looking to level up your professional communication, Vanessa Van Edwards has the charisma cues you need to change how the world sees you—and how you see yourself. --- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 04:32 - First Impressions are Everything 06:10 - Non-Verbal Communication I 08:20 - Signals Women Send to Men 18:00 - Signaling Trust and Reliability 27:19 - Spotting a Liar 34:10 - Dangers of Self-Deceivers 39:24 - Trauma and Neuroticism & Reading Cues 46:59 - Being Authentic and Liked 50:18 - Pushing Your Comfort Zone 56:37 - How to Improve Any Conversation 57:46 - Better Conversations for Non-Small Talkers 01:01:48 - Ask Better Questions, Get Better Answers 01:02:27 - Color's Impact on Perception 01:06:47 - How to Change Your Self-Perception --- Listen on our website: https://www.bialikbreakdown.com​​ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6TgOe2poCdpZtQwKetQmU1 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mayim-bialiks-breakdown/id1546456269 Check out our Merch: https://shop.bialikbreakdown.com/ Sign up for our Newsletter: https://www.bialikbreakdown.com​​ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bialikbreakdown/ Find Mayim Bialik: https://www.facebook.com/MissMayim/​​​ https://www.twitter.com/MissMayim/​​​ https://www.instagram.com/MissMayim/​​​ https://www.tiktok.com/@mayimbialik Find Vanessa Van Edwards: Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/vvanedwards Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvanedwards Vanessa Van Edwards' book, Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/cues/ Theme Song Written, Produced, and Performed by Ed Robertson. Mixed by Kenny Luong. #MayimBialik​​​ #BialikBreakdown #BodyLanguage #HandGesture #Communication #Relationships #SelfImprovement #CareerTips #DatingTips #DatingAdvice #BehavioralScience #Leadership #WorkplaceWellness #WorkplaceCulture #WorkplaceConflict #SelfDevelopment #Charisma #Charm #Popular #Popularity #Signals #SocialCues #Cues #FirstImpression #Confidence #Lying #Liar #ConfidenceBuilding #ConfidenceTips #Trust #BuildTrust #Anxiety #Attraction #SelfImage #NonverbalCommunication #SocialAnxiety #SocialSkills #Flirt #Flirting #Dating

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