10 psychological shortcuts that instantly upgrade your daily routine

We like to think our minds control our bodies, but it goes both ways. If you’re feeling anxious, sluggish, or defeated, take a look at your posture. Are you slouching, staring down, and breathing shallowly? Change it on purpose. Lift your chin, roll your shoulders back, pick up your walking pace, and take deep, slow breaths. Flooding your nervous system with these physical “power cues” tricks your brain into believing you’re safe, energized, and ready to handle business.