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What does it mean?
The speaker feels awkward or unprepared in a physical situation.
In plain terms
He does not know how to position his hands.
What can you take from it?
Uncertainty often shows in physical discomfort.

Where it applies

  • first time experiences
  • stunt scenes

Putting it to work

  • physical acting
  • body language writing

Questions to consider

  • When do we feel most unprepared?
  • How do we express uncertainty physically?

Another view

It is a common feeling without deep philosophical meaning.

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