What message does YOUR attitude send?

Poor posture can cause many physical problems, such as back pain, but the way you sit and stand can also give others important clues about your personality.

Body language expert Inbaal Honigman and occupational therapist at HSL furniture expert Julie Jennings uncovered the most common postures and what they tell other people about our personality.

When standing up to make someone look trustworthy and open, bowing your head and tilting your head in an “avoidance” position may embarrass others.

Positions such as the “squat” pose can have positive qualities, such as being attentive or a good listener, but leaning forward for too long in the pose can make a person nervous.

Here, FEMAIL reveals common attitudes and what those attitudes mean about your personality.

Attitude of power: honest and trustworthy

According to Inbaal, keeping your back straight and shoulders back makes a person feel confident and strong, appearing more friendly and honest with other people.

“In terms of body language, if your stance is straight, open and relaxed, you give the impression of being on top and you seem reliable because of the way you hold yourself.

“Working hard on good posture and investing in it – it will pay off in the possibilities that await us and in the image we spread every day”.

Julie says the power pose is the healthiest of all poses, and she recommends exercising as much as possible to relieve pain and help circulation.

“Your spine has three natural curves: in the neck, mid and lower back, and practicing correct posture should protect these curves, not increase them,” he said.

“Your head should naturally be above your shoulders and the top of your shoulders should be in line with your hips. Practicing this pose reduces the risk of unwanted aches and pains, poor circulation, and fatigue. You also look taller and more confident in yourself.”

Curved posture: disinterested and anxious

A hunched posture may reflect weakness and make you less attractive to other people because they assume you are nervous or bored in this situation (archive image)

A hunched posture can reflect weakness and make you less attractive to other people because they assume you’re nervous or bored in this situation.

“In terms of body language, rounded shoulders can indicate that you are disconnected from the rest of the world and have an atmosphere of fear and tension,” Inbaal said.

“It seems like you are not interested in the people around you. This doesn’t appeal to most people: When meeting strangers for the first time or during a job interview, you’re known to be an anxious person because saggy shoulders make it seem like you carry the weight of the world. one after another.’

Julie added: “The hunched posture is commonly known as the ‘kyphosis posture’. This particular position expresses an exaggerated curve of the upper back and shoulders are rounded and leaned forward.

“This pose can compress the chest, which will strain the spine, contribute to neck and back pain, and even contribute to chest pain.”

“It will be more difficult to do daily activities and there will be significant pressure on the heart and lungs, which will make breathing even more difficult.”

Curvilinear attitude: attentive but lacking in self-confidence

The hunched posture indicates that a person is alert and a good listener, but if done for too long it can quickly become annoying. stock image

The hunched position in which you lean forward while talking to someone indicates that a person is an attentive and good listener, but can quickly become frustrating if done for too long.

Inbaal observes: “Bending is something we naturally do when we pay close attention to someone, or perhaps listen intently to a quiet speaker.

“It’s a mindful attitude but it feels weird when it’s persistent,” he said. It also shows that you are completely focused on the person you’re with and doesn’t radiate trust, even though you appear thoughtful.

“When will you take care of your needs if you constantly keep yourself moving forward and listen to someone else?”

The twisting stance, also known as the “backward stance,” is common in people who have exaggerated bends in the spine, slouched hips, and appear to be leaning on their feet, Julie said.

“This is bad posture, and people who reflect this posture often experience pain in the neck, back, and shoulders, and in some cases even cause the spine to deteriorate over time, leading to more serious health problems,” he said.

Avoidant attitude: distant

Those who practice avoidance may appear to avoid others, and you may embarrass those in your company and make them feel rejected. stock image

Those who practice avoidance may appear to avoid others, and you may embarrass those in your company and make them feel rejected.

“This attitude seems very distant to innocent passers-by, and your nonverbal communication is saying ‘I’d rather be anywhere but here,’ even if you don’t want to,” Inbaal said.

Julie says: “This position, commonly known as the ‘flat back’ or ‘scoliotic stance’, means the lower back is straightened and slightly bent. When your lower back straightens and bends, you lose the curvature of your spine, which means your pelvis tilts back and to the side.

“This position will put more pressure on the spine, which will interfere with its normal range of motion, which over time will cause muscle and joint deterioration and reduced range of motion and pain.”

Defensive position: give up

The defensive posture sees the neck lean forward and the head hanging in front of the shoulders rather than leaning directly on it (archive image)

“The defensive stance is an almost cartoon-like representation of surrender,” Inbaal said. Said.

“Speaking of body language, this is the most defensive posture, your entire upper body starts to become a protective, childlike figure. Our high-tech lives are dominated by screens, and the defense often comes down to hours of phone calls a day.

Julie added: “The defensive stance is often referred to as the ‘forward head stance’, which is when the neck is bent forward and the shoulders are suspended in front of the head rather than sitting directly on it.

‘This particular position will put a lot of pressure and strain on the neck, which can lead to fatigue; With poor circulation and when the body is not getting enough oxygen, muscles and joints are damaged faster and heal less.’