The book is an engaging and optimistic look at the links between our mind and our bodies, and the ways we can use that connection to be more confident and centered during challenging moments.įirst, I think it’s important to share what Cuddy means when she talks about having presence – it’s specific, but also not quite the definition you have in mind: Presence isn’t specifically about yoga or meditation, but Cuddy does mention both of those practices in the context of how they help individuals develop mindfulness and confidence. She said it was perfect for fans of Brené Brown and people working to develop a yoga or meditation practice - it didn’t take much convincing after that for me to pick it up. But many of the books I’ve read on distraction and productivity suggest that mindfulness can be helpful in those areas.Īround the new year, as I was trying to settle on my word and plans for the year, a friend made a general recommendation of Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges by Amy Cuddy. It’s partially laziness and partially intimidation – both practices seem simple, but are actually much more difficult to master than they appear. I’ve had “develop a yoga practice” and “practice meditation” on my resolutions lists for the last several years and never really made much progress with either.
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