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In her TED Talk, Amy Cuddy discusses the impact of body language on self-perception and confidence, introducing the concept of 'power poses' to help individuals embody confidence. She emphasizes that small changes in posture can lead to significant improvements in life outcomes, supported by her personal experiences and scientific evidence. Cuddy's message encourages intentional control over body language to influence mental states, suggesting that confidence can be cultivated through practice rather than being an innate trait.

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In her TED Talk, Amy Cuddy discusses the impact of body language on self-perception and confidence, introducing the concept of 'power poses' to help individuals embody confidence. She emphasizes that small changes in posture can lead to significant improvements in life outcomes, supported by her personal experiences and scientific evidence. Cuddy's message encourages intentional control over body language to influence mental states, suggesting that confidence can be cultivated through practice rather than being an innate trait.

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In her TED Talk, "Your Body Language May Shape Who You Are," social psychologist Amy Cuddy

delves into the profound influence of nonverbal behaviour, not just on how others view us, but more
importantly, on how we perceive ourselves. She introduces the concept of “power poses” — simple
changes in posture and body language — and explains how these can impact our thoughts,
emo ons, and even biological responses like hormone levels. Cuddy argues that adop ng confident
body language, even when we don’t ini ally feel confident, can help us “fake it ll you become it,”
shi ing the focus from merely pretending to actually transforming into a more confident version of
ourselves. What stands out most is her asser on that the body can shape the mind, challenging the
common belief that emo ons or self-assurance must come first. By physically embodying confidence
— standing tall, expanding our posture, and holding our heads high — we can send powerful signals
to both ourselves and those around us that we are capable and strong.

Cuddy’s research underscores how nonverbal cues impact various aspects of life, from job interviews
to classroom interac ons and everyday conversa ons. Combining scien fic evidence with personal
anecdotes, she highlights how small adjustments in posture can lead to meaningful improvements in
life outcomes. A par cularly memorable moment in her talk is when she shares her own story of
ba ling imposter syndrome during her early academic career a er a trauma c brain injury. This
personal connec on adds a layer of authen city and relatability to her message, making it resonate
on a deeper level. Her mantra, “fake it ll you become it,” offers hope to those struggling with self-
doubt or anxiety by sugges ng that even small physical changes, like holding a power pose for two
minutes before a high-stakes situa on, can boost confidence and enhance performance.

Another key takeaway from her talk is how o en we allow our body language to mirror our
insecuri es in stressful situa ons. Behaviours like crossing our arms, shrinking into ourselves,
avoiding eye contact, or fidge ng uninten onally reinforce feelings of fear or inadequacy. Cuddy
challenges this pa ern by advoca ng for inten onal control over our physical stance to influence our
mental state. Her findings on how power posing increases testosterone (linked to confidence) and
decreases cor sol (associated with stress) highlight the deep connec on between body and mind.
It’s a reminder of how much our physical presence can shape our internal state, encouraging greater
mindfulness about this rela onship.

Ul mately, Amy Cuddy’s talk is both insigh ul and empowering, offering a prac cal, research-
supported strategy for building self-confidence in personal and professional se ngs. Her message
resonates because it suggests that self-improvement doesn’t always require profound inner change;
some mes it begins with outward ac ons — ac ng “as if” un l genuine confidence follows. This is
especially encouraging for those facing moments of doubt or anxiety, such as before a job interview
or public speaking engagement. What’s par cularly compelling is how Cuddy frames power posing
not as a tool for manipula ng others but as a way to align your body and mind to present your best
self. She reminds us that confidence isn’t an innate trait but something that can be cul vated
through prac ce and awareness. A er watching her talk, one feels inspired to pay closer a en on to
body language and more mo vated to apply her advice in situa ons where strength is needed, even
if it doesn’t come naturally at first.

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