In the wake of
a compromising video shot during the inauguration of Donald Trump, the Internet has sent out an
ironic SOS to #FreeMelania.
The clip, which
was filmed as Rev. Franklin Graham was delivering a blessing to the new
president, shows Melania smiling brightly at her husband as he looks over
his shoulder, and quickly dissolves into a scowl once his back is
turned. It has sparked speculation that the first lady is unhappy in her role
and has subsequently placed the Trumps’ relationship under the virtual
microscope.
Naturally,
Twitter users have been having a field day with the clip and other snapshots
from inauguration day.
“They are a very different couple than the Obamas,” says Patti Wood, a body language expert and professional speaker. “Couples who are connected will lean up against each other, briefly touch or kiss, and offer helpful gestures, like when Barack took Melania’s gift from Michelle.”
“When [Donald] glanced back in the video, he wasn’t looking directly at Melania and didn’t make a connection. Her smile was up and energetic, but there wasn’t a warm connection that was broken. It looks more like she was hoping for a connection.”
Wood says there were several gestures that he made that indicated he doesn’t think they’re on the same plane as a couple. When they arrived at the White House to greet the Obamas, he walked up the stairs without waiting for Melania to exit the car. Similarly, during their inaugural dance, he pulled away from her.
“Those were all interesting choices,” she says. “He could have made small changes toward his wife to indicate that he honours her. Instead, he didn’t do anything to make her feel comfortable.”
The Trumps have just celebrated their 12th wedding anniversary.
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Patti Wood, MA - The Body Language Expert. For more body language insights go to her website at www.PattiWood.net. Check out Patti's website for her new book "SNAP, Making the Most of First Impressions, Body Language and Charisma" at www.snapfirstimpressions.com.
