Your body language may shape who you are | Amy Cuddy

Amy Cuddy discusses the impact of body language on our thoughts, feelings, and physiology, focusing on power dynamics. She explains how adopting high-power poses for just two minutes can lead to hormonal changes, increasing testosterone and decreasing cortisol, which in turn boosts confidence and reduces stress. Cuddy shares research demonstrating that these poses can significantly influence outcomes in evaluative situations like job interviews. She also recounts her personal experience of overcoming feelings of being an imposter and encourages listeners to "fake it till you become it," emphasizing that small changes in posture can lead to significant life improvements, especially for those lacking resources and power.