Restless Legs and Body Language
- Decoding The Signals !
- May 20, 2022
- 1 min read
Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a condition that causes an involuntary need to move your legs, usually accompanied by uncomfortable sensations. The constant movement of legs may not be associated with an inner feeling, and could be purely medical. However, this constant movement acts as a way of deciphering one’s body language, and how they may be feeling. According to M.Farouk Radwan [MSc.], when you shake your legs, it means you're most likely bored, concentrating or anxious.
Boredom is one of our bodies' signals that the current activity isn't stimulating us enough. Shaking or bouncing our legs can give a minor stimulus to divert our attention away from boredom and relieve some of the tension of sitting still.
While concentrating on the task at hand, some people unconsciously shake their legs because the mild action provides enough stimulus to keep restless areas of the brain from breaking the concentrated frame of mind. According to research, children with ADHD employ repetitive motions in this manner.
Shaking your legs is sometimes done unintentionally as your body seeks to balance your emotions. Leg shaking is sometimes the sole suitable outlet for both small and severe anxiety. It is thought to be a safe and effective way to relieve anxiety.
This prevalent action of continuous movement of our legs has many meanings, may it be medical or a reflection of an individual’s inner state. Using the context and keeping the setting in mind, we can easily decipher how one is feeling based on this action. For more interesting information on body language, stay tuned to our blog!
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