I really feel like I learned a lot from this TED Talk. Before watching this I had some previous knowledge of power posing and the idea of faking it until you make it. However, Cuddy’s in-depth explanation of what power posing is, what it looks like, and its effects were mostly new information for me. I thought it was so interesting that in only two minutes someone could potentially alter their hormones to convince themselves and others that they are more confident. I think that before watching this I thought the only effect that power posing had was to make someone appear confident (in an oddly fake way). However, even if I didn’t want to pose myself all the time, reducing the things that make me appear small (such as crossing my legs and ankles, holding my hands, or wrapping my arms around myself) will have a huge impact. Furthermore, I really appreciated the issue Cuddy discussed of feeling like an imposter. Frankly, I feel like an imposter in almost every interaction I have or environment I’m in; I guess you could say I chronically underestimate myself. If there is truly a way that I can trick myself into feeling like I belong, then I want to try it. I found Cuddy’s personal and emotional connection to this issue touching and comforting, and I hope in the future that I am able to present myself as a more powerful person.