When I speak to audiences, I often do a quick demonstration with a volunteer that reveals how audiences respond unconsciously to slight differences in a speaker’s posture. Here’s a quick video that explains why getting your posture right is essential to connecting successfully with an audience:
Lovely! The names you give each of these postures are really helpful. Leading with my heart is always at the forefront of my mind. Now I have the very clear posture reminder – by the same name – that goes with that intention.