Confidence is more than a mental state. It’s a physical state projected through your body language.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Carol Kinsey Goman is a contributor on body language and presence. Oct 22, 2025, 11:00am EDT It’s not enough to say the right ...

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Your body speaks volumes before you even say a word. In fact, the way you carry yourself, position your hands, and use your eyes can dramatically influence how others perceive and respond to you.