Braveheart (1995) · William Wallace
Wallace rides along the front line with arms raised, chest forward, rallying the Scots.
Gibson keeps his arms raised wide and his chest pushed forward — making himself physically larger. Expansive posture under pressure broadcasts confidence to followers. Use the body to create the courage you want others to feel.
What to observe
Practice Guide (5 steps)
Stand tall on the spot, raise your arms wide above your head, and hold this position for a few seconds. Focus on feeling open and inviting as you hold your arms in this expansive posture.
Pro tip: Visualize your followers rallying around you to enhance your confidence while holding this pose.
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, push your chest forward, and take a deep breath. As you do this, imagine radiating strength and authority to those around you.
Pro tip: Practice this posture in front of a mirror to observe how your body language changes with an expanded chest.
Take a moment to stand tall and look straight ahead as if addressing an audience. Maintain an open posture while holding eye contact with an imaginary group in front of you.
Pro tip: Practice shifting your gaze between different imaginary followers to create a sense of connection.
While standing with feet shoulder-width apart, practice making wide, expressive gestures with your arms as if you are speaking passionately to an audience. Allow your movements to flow naturally.
Pro tip: Sync your gestures with an imaginary speech to enhance the energy and impact of your body language.
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your weight evenly distributed. Focus on feeling stable and grounded, with your arms relaxed at your sides or slightly out to the side.
Pro tip: Imagine roots growing from your feet into the ground to reinforce your sense of stability and confidence.