- 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]] --- [[The chameleon effect - The perception–behavior link and social interaction]]