Photography, Superhero Pose, Writing Prompt
Have You Tried Superhero Pose? Be Wonder Woman in 2 Minutes!
January Six Word Photo Story Challenge: “Self”
Standing strong to boost my confidence.
Standing like Wonder Woman or Superman can change your emotional state of mind, alter your biochemistry and boost your confidence.
The superhero stance increases testosterone in the bloodstream which can increase assertive behavior in performance. This power pose also lowers cortisol in the bloodstream — the stress hormone.
With the combination of these two things, research indicates that people may be more likely to take action such as “putting yourself out there” rather than sitting in the comfort zone — as the fear and self-doubt have been lessened (testosterone increase/reduction of cortisol) after using this simple stance technique.
The superhero pose gives me a shot of confidence and it only takes two minutes!
When I’m feeling anxious, insecure, or doubting my capabilities, I try on the superhero pose and pretend I’m Wonder Woman for two minutes.
Have you tried on your superhero pose today? Give it a shot!
Superhero pose — like nobody’s watching.
Can you tell a story in six words inspired by a photo taken by yourself?
If you’d like to submit to the Six Word Photo Story Challenge and participate in January’s “Self” Challenge, see full details and rules below.
The January “Self” challenge is open for submissions from Tues, January 4, and closes Mon, January 31, 2021, at NOON, PACIFIC STANDARD TIME.
NOTE: Please read and follow submission guidelines. Stories not formatted correctly or that require edits will delay publication or may not be accepted. Formatting guidelines are unique to this publication — please read them thoroughly.
About the Writer
Mary Chang is the editor of the Six Word Photo Story Challenge publication — inspired by her original 6-Word Photo Story Summer Challenge writing prompt (2021) on Medium. She’s also a writer, parent, and fitness enthusiast who takes a good photo sometimes — and loves creating monthly challenges.
Fueled by cartwheels, laughter, and encouraging people to shine. Read her blog at www.marychangstorywriter.com
