Body language is a language without
spoken words and is also known as non verbal communication. We use it all the
time in our social life and business life so it is all about gestures movements
and expressions made by people to deliver a specific message to other people. Body
language basically affects how others perceive us but it may also change how we
see ourselves. A Social psychologist Amy Cuddy and her team have classified
different body positions as “high power” or “low power” poses. In general, the
high power poses are open and relaxed while the low power poses are closed and
guarded.
Amy Cuddy argues that "power
posing" which means standing in a posture of confidence, even when we
don't feel confident, can boost feelings of confidence, and might have an
impact on our chances for success.
Below is an image showing the
different types of power poses.
Stand Like This for 2 Minutes Per Day
The most well known and versatile high power pose is nicknames "The Wonder Woman" pose. You simply stand tall with your chest out and your hands on your hips. The images above show powerful women like Christine Lagarde and Beyonce in classic "Wonder Woman" pose.
