A woman’s self-confidence is evident by her posture. Your posture
means the way you carry yourself. Your posture is also one of the main factors
which contributes to the first impression another person may form of you. Making
good first impressions can be very beneficial e.g. job interviews.
When you stand tall and proud, you portray an image of
self-confidence. Your posture is the way you keep body aligned with its centre
of gravity. A good posture is when you have control of your body’s alignment in
relation to the centre of gravity. A person with poor posture can easily be spotted;
they tend to slouch with drooping shoulders and head bowed.
It is easy to improve your posture. The important thing is
to remember that having correct posture requires a conscious effort and
dedication.
Here are some tips on how to acquire and maintain correct posture:
Whilst at work
• Use an ergonomic chair that fits and support your back.
• Always sit with your back against the seat, your knees at your hip level and your shoulders should be parallel to your
hips.
• Regularly, stand up and stretch or just walk briskly down
the passage and back.
Whilst carrying a bag
• Do not overload your bag and regular clean it up of unnecessary
items.
• If you are using a backpack, make sure that you put the
heavier items close to your back, thus providing support for your back.
• The handles and straps of your bags and backpacks should
be padded and wide. In addition, backpacks should have hip straps.
Everyday Living
• As far as possible, try to avoid shoes with high heels, as
high heels can alter your centre of gravity, which could result in poor
posture.
• Exercise regularly, which will help the body become
stronger and develop much needed support for your back.
Whilst sleeping
• As far as possible, sleep on your back or on your side.
• If you prefer sleeping on your side, place a pillow
between your legs.
• Avoid any over-sized pillows, as they can result in neck
injury problems or pain.
To have a good posture requires daily effort and practise.
However hard it may seem, it is worth it in the long term.
