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Pride

Involves Head & Body
Social & Self-Conscious3 Action Unitsbilateralsustained duration

A small smile with the head tilted slightly back, an expanded chest, and arms raised or on hips.

FACS Breakdown

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AU 6Cheek Raiser

Key indicator of genuine (Duchenne) smile - difficult to fake

cheeksmoderate difficultyInvoluntary
Muscle: Orbicularis oculi, pars orbitalis
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AU 12Lip Corner Puller

Primary smiling muscle - can be activated voluntarily

moutheasy difficultyVoluntary
Muscle: Zygomaticus major
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AU 53Head Up

Associated with pride and confidence

headeasy difficultyVoluntary
Muscle: Neck/Postural Muscles

Practice Tip

Pride is about signaling success and increasing status. The expression is not just in the face; focus on creating an expanded, open posture.

Quick Stats

TypeSocial
Symmetrybilateral
Durationsustained
Action Units3

AU Summary

AU 6AU 12AU 53
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