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Watching and listening to these two women give their Ted Talks was not only inspiring but mind opening. Both women presented information in a way that was powerful and could provoke change in many people’s lives. Although both were compelling Amy Cuddy’s speech made me think about how I approach and handle situations more. She explained the science behind it and shared the experiments that went along with her findings. She definitely opened my eyes to how I handle new situations, situations that happen often and extremely stressful situations. After presenting all of her information I immediately thought of how I handle doing new things and going to new places. For instance, every semester I am taking new classes with new teachers and different …show more content…

For me taking the test was fine as well as waiting for the results. When it came to actually hearing the results, however I was extremely nervous. Those appointments I would sit with my legs crossed. A hand either on my stomach or neck and the other hand holding my phone trying to distract myself. I tended to be a bit soft spoken and seemed a bit closed off to answering questions. It shocked me how different I would act, and after seeing this video several weeks ago in my public speaking class about power stances I decided to try it out. I put it to the test when I had an interview for a job, it was my first formal interview I have ever had even though I have worked before. I was extremely nervous and decided to try power posing. After power posing and going into the interview I felt proud, calm and happy. Although I did not get the job I was completely fine with it. I received a ton of good feedback form the person I was interviewed by; I just did not have enough availability. Both of these women gave incredible talks and have helped a ton of people. However, Amy’s speech was more effective to me. I have seen people put it to use and help them as well as experienced it myself. Power posing at first seems a bit ridiculous, however has great effects on what it can do for

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