Tactile/Kinesthetic persons learn best through a hands-on approach, actively exploring the physical world around them. They may find it hard to sit still for long periods and may become distracted by their need for activity and exploration (Bogod, 2004).
        "If the physical style is more like you, it’s likely that you use your body and sense of touch to learn about the world around
you. It’s likely you like sports and exercise, and other physical activities such as gardening or woodworking. You like to think out
issues, ideas and problems while you exercise. You would rather go for a run or walk if something is bothering you, rather than
sitting at home.
        You are more sensitive to the physical world around you. You notice and appreciate textures, for example in clothes or
furniture. You like “getting your hands dirty,” or making models, or working out jigsaws.
        You typically use larger hand gestures and other body language to communicate. You probably don’t mind getting up and
dancing either, at least when the time is right. You either love the physical action of theme park rides, or they upset your inner
body sense too much and so you avoid them altogether.
        When you are learning a new skill or topic, you would prefer to “jump in” and play with the physical parts as soon as
possible. You would prefer to pull an engine apart and put it back together, rather than reading or looking at diagrams about how
it works.
        The thought of sitting in a lecture listening to someone else talk is repulsive. In those circumstances, you fidget or can’t sit still
for long. You want to get up and move around.
        Pursuits that involve the physical style include general physical work, mechanical, construction and repair work, sports and
athletics, drama and dancing" (Advanogy.com, 2003).
You may use phrases like these:     That feels right to me.
    I can’t get a grip on this…
    Stay in touch.
    Get in touch with…
    That doesn’t sit right with me.
    I have good feelings about this.
    My gut is telling me…
    I follow your drift.

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