So how do humans show submissiveness non-verbally? (Not that kind of submission, TMI folks)

[jpgray]

What is the main non-verbal clue for you that someone is being obsequious or feels submissive? I got some interesting answers from people yesterday, and thought I'd see what DU thought.

[datasuspect]

1. if they move back

if they avert their glance, lower their head, fidget.

[AllegroRondo]

2. averting the eyes, or avoiding eye contact

[militaryspouse]

3. ..

it's all in the eyes.

[crispini]

4. Lowering the eyes.

Hunching the shoulders.

[RedStateShame]

5. They tap out.

Oh, I'm sorry, I thought you were asking how humans showed submission. Never mind.

[jpgray]

7. Or say the safe word

:hide:

[jpgray]

6. In my experience excessive forced laughter at someone's lame/failed humor is a good indicator

I did that with a boss of mine once or twice. It felt so miserable I decided to never force out a laugh again. It's extremely uncomfortable to be on the receving end of a forced laugh as well.

[Writer]

8. If they agree to the missionary position?

:shrug:

[asthmaticeog]

9. Fleeing is a sure sign.

[jpgray]

10. Just because they flee doesn't mean you've been involved in many S/M relationships

:eyes:

HEyHEY is the exception that proves the rule, of course.

[Marrah_G]

11. Tone of voice and eye-contact

Yes tone of voice might be considered verbal. But I am refering to the tone rather then the words someone chooses. The voice tends to get softer and quiter. Eyes make no contact or brief contact. Blushing also can be a sign.

I think it really depends on what sort of situation you are talking about.