Posture

Nowadays my self esteem and confidence is not a problem.  But when I was younger, it was on full display by my posture.  I recall my parents reminding me to stand tall, but mentally I couldn't do it.  I felt small.  I actually felt arrogant and unnatural.  It was difficult at the time, but if I could do it all over I would tell myself even though it felt funny, stand tall.  It projects higher self esteem and confidence.  The people you interact with will treat you in kind.  Hopefully this positive response will build you up and continue the cycle.  What actually happened was the negative.  I came in weak, people responded to be weakly, and I even felt less confident.