When did I learn body language?

I am not sure when I really did so I can only surmise. Maybe my parents and Granny helped me as a child and I developed it when I first got my improved vision.

As a child, I do remember my folks telling me about how to use my head to nod yes and no. I do remember them showing me how to shrug my shoulders and use my hands in conversation, and when my vision came, then I saw it all.

I was a quick learner and I watched conversations between and among people. I used to marvel at all of the different gestures and body language and then I would do my best to emulate it all. I learned how to express myself through body language and I discovered how to do so without having to speak. It was a great novel to me and oh how I used it.

Now that I have little to no vision, I still use my body language to help me cope. I am glad that I learned how to use it.

I’m Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly accessibility advocate, wishing you a terrific day and encouraging you to go out there and share my insights with others. Visit www.rnib.org to learn more.