TED Talks Daily Why body language is the key to self-expression — and hot selfies | David Suh
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Jan 29, 2025 
David Suh, a renowned portrait photographer and TikTok's 'King of Poses,' shares his expertise on posing to boost confidence in photos. He discusses common photo anxieties and offers practical tips for projecting confidence through body language. David emphasizes the importance of authenticity in self-expression and narrates a personal story to illustrate how mindful posing can help individuals embody their true selves. Ultimately, he empowers listeners to embrace their image and the joy of capturing moments.
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Selfie Angles
- Find your best selfie angle by trying both chin up and chin down.
- Everyone looks good in both; it's about personal preference.
Posing is Natural
- Posing shouldn't be terrifying or based on beauty standards.
- It's natural body language, a language you've spoken your whole life.
Posing Exercise
- Try a posing exercise: relax, breathe, chin up, then down, tilt head, and move eyes.
- This demonstrates the power of posing and its connection to emotions.