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Proxemics

Personal space tells a story

The study of human use of space, founded by Edward T. Hall. Four zones: 1. Intimate (< 46cm): Lovers, family. 2. Personal (46cm - 1.2m): Friends. 3. Social (1.2m - 3.7m): Business, acquaintances. 4. Public (> 3.7m): Strangers, speeches. Invading someone's intimate zone causes anxiety (like in an elevator).