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Harry and Meghan's 'clinging together as survivors' body language
Harry's protective clutch of Meghan's shoulder reveals inner tension during first UK public appearance.
In brief
Harry's protective clutch of Meghan's shoulder reveals inner tension during first UK public appearance. Harry and Meghan's first joint public appearance after returning to UK shows signs of inner tension despite outward joy. Originally reported by Dailymail.
Harry and Meghan's first UK public appearance
Prince Harry and Meghan returned to the UK after six years in California for their first official engagement since Megxit.
Harry's protective clutch gesture
Harry repeatedly placed a protective arm around Meghan's shoulders during selfies with fans.
Body language expert analysis
Body language expert Judi James claimed Harry's tight clutch of Meghan's shoulder signaled inner tension and caution.
Harry's 'protective wing' gesture
Harry used a 'protective wing' gesture with fingers digging tightly into Meghan's shoulder at neck level.
Meghan's vulnerability signs
Meghan displayed vulnerability with fingers touching her throat and a micro-expression of fear or worry.
Public reaction to appearance
100 fans gathered to greet Harry and Meghan with flowers, balloons, and selfies.
Meghan's public comments
Meghan told fans it was great to be back after six years in California.
Harry's public comments
Harry stopped to compliment a woman's bright pink jacket and said it was nice to see everyone.
Meghan's self-embrace gesture
Meghan sat with one arm wrapped around her torso in a self-embrace while the other hand raised in a 'broken wing' gesture.
Harry's 'hail' gesture
Harry used a flattened palm 'hail' gesture to the crowd to appear like an acknowledgement of their acceptance.
Meghan's vulnerability signs
Meghan's micro-expression of fear or worry implied less confident leakage among displays of their self-defined victorious return.
Meghan's rare public appearances
Meghan will not make these kinds of visits often as she is a full-time mum and entrepreneur.
Harry's charity focus
Harry is focused on his charity work, especially Invictus, while Meghan focuses on her lifestyle brand As Ever.
Different professional priorities
Harry's professional focus is philanthropy and public service while Meghan's is family and children followed by business and acting.
Meghan's public appearance frequency
Meghan's public appearances will be relatively rare as she is reading scripts and doing charity work.
Harry and Meghan's return to Nottingham
Harry and Meghan returned to Nottingham for their first joint public appearance since returning to UK after Megxit.
What it means
Harry and Meghan's first joint public appearance after returning to UK shows signs of inner tension despite outward joy.