1Did you ever think about how you move around? How far do you stand from a person when talking to him/ her? Or why did you choose a particular place and not some other place?
What Is Proxemics? The study of the cultural, behavioural and sociological aspects of spatial distance between individuals.
The study of Proxemics is an essential part of nonverbal communication. Therefore it is a study of body language since you and I don’t make gestures and expression in some places it’s necessary to understand how people treat their space and how that knowledge helps us in social meetings.
People have a particular, rules of maintaining distance when it comes to personal space and territory. While you and I do not measure the distance to keep from others with a measuring tape, as we do not know what is the right distance. Understanding how to use your space is an important step, and it is every human right. It creates the right connections and leaving a good impression. Making a small mistake can lead you into a problematic situation like an insult or annoy someone, and the worst part is that you will be losing your credibility.
Personal Feature Space Categories
Close distance zone 18 inches
This zone is used by Couple, and it is used within a radius of up to 18 inches around a person, reserved for close relations.
Personal distance zone - 18 in - 4 Ft which may extend from 1 ½ to 4 feet is also reserved for family and friends. we meet many people, among them, some people are special to us. (buddy).
Social distance zone - 4ft - 12 ft
Extend from 4 to 12 feet it is in this zone that most business is transacted. (first time meeting).
Public distance zone - 12 ft - 25 ft: Usually, extending from 12 to 25 feet, it is the distance where a communicator uses. (for Presentation and Public Meetings)
Remember - Status can often be determined by how much space a person occupies.
