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Why We Click The Emerging Science of Interpersonal Synchrony

by Kate Murphy

Language
English
Published
2026
Publisher
Penguin Books, Limited
Pages
288
ISBN
9781405975759
Why do certain individuals immediately draw you in, while others inexplicably create discomfort? Kate Murphy explores the emerging science of interpersonal synchrony, a fundamental human dynamic that shapes every interaction. This phenomenon involves the unconscious alignment of movements, facial expressions, heart rates, breathing patterns, and neural activity between people. It explains the invisible forces behind instant connections and feelings of unease, influencing empathy, attachment, and overall social bonding.

By understanding how our bodies and minds subtly fall into rhythm with others, this book offers insights into improving social interactions. It reveals how to foster beneficial connections, navigate draining encounters, and better interpret the unspoken cues in any room. Discovering the science of interpersonal synchrony provides a new lens through which to comprehend human behavior and enhance relationships in both personal and professional spheres.

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Originally published in 2026 English Celadon Books

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