Body Language Mood Hack: Instant Confidence & Anxiety Relief - Science Backed!

Have you ever gotten a "feeling" about something you can't quite explain?

Intuition, a hunch, a vibe, whatever you call it, there's a power to trusting your gut.

This is especially true when it comes to your body language.

Recently, I was listening to Malcolm Gladwell's book, "Blink", about the power of snap judgments and quick thinking.

As someone who tends to overanalyze everything, I was curious about how people use body language make decisions and hack their mood without spending too much time going down rabbit holes of options and what-ifs.

But that's not what made me drop everything and record a podcast episode.

The Science of the Snap Judgment: A Quick Body Language Mood Hack

Gladwell discusses research showing that intentionally making certain facial expressions can actually trigger the corresponding emotions.

If you use particular facial muscles to frown, your mood goes down.

If you activate the muscles used to scowl, your heart rate increases and you'll feel a bit angry.

On the other hand, even pretending to smile boosts your mood and gives you a quick bump of endorphins so you feel happier.

Science backs this up!

Mastering the Body-Brain Feedback Loop for Instant Relief

Studies show smiling increases mood-enhancing hormones while decreasing stress hormones. It even lowers blood pressure! Smiling activates muscles that signal your brain to release endorphins, the body's natural pain and stress reliever [Source: Walden University, The Power of Smiling].

And this lines up with how I help women use their bodies to feel less anxious.

What this means for you is that you can make tiny changes in your body position to feel more confident, have more energy, and elevate your mood.

It’s as simple as smiling on purpose and standing tall.

Your Next Step

Join me to talk about what areas of your life need some attention and intention on a Boundaries and Balance Audit.

I help ambitious women use the feelings inside their bodies to stop overthinking, find evidence of success in every step of their growth while they lower anxiety.

Because your body holds your emotions, and your emotions come from your thoughts, you'll find new ways to be present, confident, and bold in your life without spending months and years fighting your way through old habits and beliefs.

Even better, when you learn how posture and facial expressions influence emotions and vice versa, you have more control over how you feel faster!

Wouldn’t it be easier to handle anxious days and stressful situations if you knew exactly how to use your body to your advantage?  

You can do that by talking to me about how I can help.

P.S. Be sure to check out Episode 98 of the More than Anxiety Podcast to hear more about Malcolm Gladwell's book BLINK, and about how you can use your body to feel less anxious and stressed, boost your confidence, and have more fun.

Ep 98 - Anxiety & Confidence Hack: How Your Body Language Instantly Changes Your Mood