- The chameleon effect refers to a subconscious mimicry of postures, mannerisms expressions etc. so human's passively match their social environment. - The mimicry facilitates smoothness of interactions and the more empathic an individual is the more they exhibit the chameleon effect. - We can take advantage of this to some degree and [[Influence by Showing Up]] --- Chartrand, Tanya L., and John A. Bargh. "The chameleon effect: The perception–behavior link and social interaction." _Journal of personality and social psychology_ 76.6 (1999): 893. - [Link](https://www.appsychology.com/IB%20Psych/IA/Research/Chameleon%20Effect.pdf)