Honest Abe and Posing like Wonder Woman

Actions speak louder than words.  Today we discussed how important our body language is and what it says about us.(More than we would like to think!)

After a rousing game of 21 (a game that epitomizes the use of non-verbal communication and body "signs"), we watched a great TED Talk by Amy Cuddy.  If you missed class, here is the link:

http://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_shapes_who_you_are/transcript?language=en

WATCH IT! (David and Hannah)

Cuddy talked about how a 2 minute power pose can build confidence (and testosterone) when facing a social situation.  She had some great advice about "faking it until you become it." 

The homework for this week is putting these power poses into practice.  JUST DO IT!!!

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Leadership Class

3/12/2015

Communications/Non-Verbal   HOMEWORK

 

Explain the idea and purpose of a power pose to someone.

 

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Signature of person who listened to the explanation

 

Perform a power pose for 2 minutes everyday.

Thursday –

Friday –

Saturday –

Sunday –

Monday –

Tuesday –

Wednesday –

 

Response to power pose – Did it work?  What is one instance where it was effective?  Did you feel different/empowered after performing it?  Did you apply it before an important event?

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Josh gave a well researched, thought provoking, and all around astounding presentation of Abraham Lincoln.  He was such a simple, kind-hearted, humble, honest man.  Definitely proving you do not have to be a loud, bold character to be a leader.  Thank you, Josh!

John presented his con side of the debate surrounding the mental health bill.  He delivered a no-nonsense argument focusing on MONEY!!  We do NOT need to spend more of it.

IF YOU HAVE NOT COME UP WITH A SUBJECT FOR YOUR SELF DEBATE- DO IT NOW!  HAVE IT READY BY NEXT THURSDAY.

And Sage, presented her plans for her FABULOUS, FUN, INCREDIBLE Scholar Activity!!  We can't wait.  A few of you were given assignments to accomplish this week.  Please get to work to make that happen.

Paige - contact Lisa Blanchard about Sword/Hero game, possible team leader

Haley - name tags, team leader

Josh - team leader (help lead and provide enthusiasm to your team)

John - team leader (help lead and provide enthusiasm to your team)

MORE assignments will come next week!  We need to SUPPORT Sage is this undertaking.  It is A LOT of work and she has been working ALONE!!  So let's be the best group of leaders by supporting each other and leading by example!!  WE CAN DO THIS!!  Thanks, Sage for taking this on : )!!  It is going to be fantastic.

PS - Now is the time to get your lip sync song chosen and start practicing! ;)