The next time you are feeling anxious or powerless, do this:

self-care-club:

• Set a timer for 2 minutes
• Stand up straight and tall and put your hands on your hips
• Lift your chin slightly and smile
• Smile even if it feels weird or forced
• Maybe raise your hands to the sky in a victory “V”
• Take a few deep breaths, in and out through the nose

You will feel silly but when the two minutes are up, you will feel better. Standing in this pose significantly lowers cortisol (stress hormone) and increases testosterone.