What does your sitting position say about you in psychology?

Hog the sofa? Are you guilty of taking over the entire sofa? Do you prefer to lie down and stretch out completely? This position suggests you are a good lover! Although you’re more likely to be the least social of all the groups, as well as being a telly addict! Hug the cushion? Most of us will have a tendency to grab the nearest cushion, if we’re watching a tense thriller on the telly! But if this is your usual sitting position, then you’re more likely to be kind and generous. Have a habit of sitting on the edge? In contrast, if you’re permanently perched at the edge of your seat, then you’re in the group who are most likely to be vegan! Tend to sit at one end? When it comes to this (seemingly uncomfortable) position, the bad news is that you’re most likely to be the worst lovers (sorry!). However, the good news is that you are considered to be generous and always on hand to help your friends. Curl up whenever you’re seated? This is the most popular position, where people tuck their kegs underneath them in a chair or on the sofa. If this is your usual way of sitting, then the chances are you’re probably in a long-term relationship. You’re also likely to be kind and thoughtful, but you may worry too much. Prefer sitting on the floor? Now, this could just mean that you have a really uncomfortable chair or sofa! But if you do like to sit on the floor with your back against a seat, then apparently this shows that you’re generally less than considerate compared to others. Like to spread out across the sofa? Also known as ‘man spreading’, this is where legs are akimbo! If this sounds like you (or someone you know) then did you know that you’re more likely to be a gym bunny? You’re also unlikely to be embarrassed easily, although you may be more prone to worry… Do you hug your knees? This position shows that you are the most friendly and outgoing of all the groups. You’re also likely to be in a relationship. But, surprisingly, you’re less likely to have social media followers.

Sitting up straight with your shoulders back, and feet firmly planted on the floor sends a strong message: You're confident. You get extra points if you use your hands to gesture as you speak. When you cross one leg over the other you're making yourself smaller while physically tucking your bottom leg out of sight, which signals insecurity. Crossing your legs toward someone can be a bold statement that says you're into the person you're cozying up to. Crossing away from someone, however, can send the message that you're checked out. Compared to crossing one whole leg over the other while sitting in a chair, crossing just the ankles hides less of your legs, which projects the message you've got very little to hide. If you regularly rely on arm rests, you're the shaky type who needs to steady herself, and you're likely insecure. Crossing your arms high against the chest sends a strong message: You're an angry person. Crossing your wrists in your lap suggests you're insecure and trying to hide your vulnerabilities by covering the inner wrists. Still hands indicate a certain rigidity that persists in close-minded people.

One psychologist is saying that the way a person positions themselves on a sofa can offer subtle cues as to their personality type. Different couch positions have a deeper meaning when it comes to personality traits, one expert said. Simple things such as what a person does with the pillows, where they choose to sit and how they rest their legs can mean a lot. This is a telltale sign of an introvert, those who like cuddling with pillows or cushions often indicate a desire to be part of a situation’s background and appear much less noticeable. Sitting crossed on a couch tells a lot about certain personality traits, it often indicates a desire to project an image of sophistication and composure. It is someone who wants to be perceived as polished and controlled. Those who truly stretch and take up all the area a couch has to offer are comfortable taking up extra space and enjoying their comfort. Curling up on a couch shows a definite interest in comfort over appearance, here’s a person who prefers function over form. Folks who most prefer to stretch their legs out atop a stool while still seated on a couch display a sense of practicality, it also shows a willingness to adapt to one’s surroundings.

Sitting postures provide interesting information about one person's personality. Experts believe they are attuned to subconscious signals reflected in how an individual moves their legs and feet, closely tied to how our emotions influence our actions. Sitting crossed legs might indicate creativity and daydreaming, knees apart suggests confidence and curiosity, while sitting with knees straight often reflects rationality and organization. If you find yourself sitting crossed legs more often, it indicates that you are a real daydreamer with open eyes. You are a confidence person, and with that, you can be very self-centered or arrogant, but according to your sitting style, it appears that you are very tense inside, and afraid of failure. When you are seated with your legs straight, it is a demonstration of calm confidence exhibited in your persona. You are a rational and sharp thinker and a time management expert. You value honesty but tend to be reserved, avoiding gossip and trivial drama. You prefer to keep your feelings in check, which helps you steer clear of potentially disastrous confrontations or intense disputes.