Sebastian Vettel's Finger

Quote: Our body language often conveys more than the words we use. At times, it can completely change -- or even nullify -- our words' meaning.


Almost every gesture using fingers is sure to offend someone, somewhere, at some time. As a rule of thumb (no pun intended!), it is best to avoid using any single finger as a gesture -- unless you are absolutely sure it is appropriate for a particular culture or country. Open-handed gestures, with all fingers generally together, is usually considered the safest approach.


There are countless additional gestures that mean something different in every culture. Gestures have such a profound influence on communication that it really is best to keep your fingers to yourself!
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Gayle Cotton
Author, 'Say Anything to Anyone Anywhere: 5 Keys to Successful Cross-Cultural Communication'
 
Indeed, here you go. My apologies that it's from the Daily Hate but it's a pretty cool pic.

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Personally I hope we see a LOT more of "the finger" this year, if it signifies the end of the Mercedes domination and, therefore, a much more competitive season.
 
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