7 Surprising Public Habits That Instantly Boost Your Confidence, Backed by Psychology
Confidence isn’t about being the loudest person in the room. Sometimes, it’s about having the patience to move with purpose.
5) Take up space
Ever notice how confident people don’t shrink themselves? They sit comfortably, they gesture freely, they walk like they belong.
That’s not an accident. Studies show that “expansive postures” actually change how we feel—widening your stance or spreading your arms can increase feelings of power and self-assurance.
For the longest time, I did the opposite. I’d cross my arms, tuck my legs under my chair, or press myself into the smallest corner of a room. I thought it made me less noticeable, but really, it just made me feel smaller—physically and mentally.
