Practical Applications of Body Language and Attitude



All theory aside, though, what are the practical applications of using body language to influence your own attitude? Let’s look at a typical example of your body language when you’re feeling really depressed or unhappy. It might look something like this:


*Negative facial expression
*Head down
*Avoid eye contact with others
*Slumped shoulders
*Shuffling or dragging feet



Okay, let’s look at a typical example of your body language when you’re feeling really confident and happy. It might look something like this:


*Neutral or positive facial expression
*Head up
*Frequent eye contact with others
*Shoulders back and body upright


A light or even a bit bouncy step If these lists don’t describe your own individual non-verbal behaviours then feel free to adjust them as needed so they feel right for you.


Now comes the fun part. Adjust your body language so it matches your typical unhappy behaviours. Walk around the house that way for ten or fifteen minutes, or if you’re really brave, walk around the local mall or other public space that way. How do you feel? What do you notice about your attitude?


The next step is to adjust your body language so it matches your typical happy behaviours. Go through the same process as before, again noting how you feel and what you notice about your attitude.


What Happened?

Chances are you noticed just how much your attitude changed to match your body language, and this is exactly what is expected. It is also exactly why you can truly change your attitude anytime you want just by changing your body language.


Remember, just as your body language sends powerful messages to those around you it also sends powerful messages to your own brain, which in turn influences your attitude. Think of it as a form of self-talk; if you say positive things to yourself you’re more likely to start believing those positive things. The same holds true for your body language and what it says to you.


In addition to the effect of your own positive body language, you’ll also notice changes in your interactions with those around you. The more positive and welcoming your body language, the more you’ll find other people are pleasant with you in turn. This cycle continues over and over, with your attitude becoming better and better as the feedback you receive (from yourself and from others) improves.


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