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Brain Chemistry and the Intensified You
 Stanford professor Jeffrey Pfeffer reports in a recent Wall Street Journal article that adopting a powerful, expansive body pose actually changes people's blood chemistry.
The "Intensified You" posture reduces cortisal (a stress hormone) and increases testosterone. Want to feel more stressed and less assertive? Just assume a "hunched, restrictive, low-power posture."
Remember: OPEN your chest. ROLL your shoulders down and back. OPEN your arms to your audience. You'll appear (and feel) much more confident!
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Winner of Our "3 Tips for Scared Speakers" Contest: Kara Fox
 Thank you to the over 20 speakers who sent thoughtful, practical tips to deal with presentation nerves! Our panel selected Kara Fox, librarian at the Oak Harbor Library in Washington State, as this contest's winner.
Here are Kara's tips to manage Presentation Nerves:
- Allow plenty of time before the presentation, so you arrive feeling relaxed and ready.
- Take a few minutes to just relax and take several deep breaths before presenting.
- Set an intention for the presentation by closing your eyes and seeing yourself presenting exactly how you hope to.
Kara will be receiving a $20 Starbucks card. Watch for our next contest--the prize will be even bigger! |
QUIZ: Who Says "I" Most?
Our assumptions about who uses the word "I" most tells us much about ourselves. Take this quick, research-based quiz. What you learn may change the way you present!
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