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Best brother I could’ve ever had. Happy National Siblings Day Bro. Sorry for the death grip @teddyschemadraft @teddyboomboomnyc Guess I was overprotective even back then.
It’s not just what you say, but how you say it. That’s the power of paralinguistics. I speak about this often during my events. What do you sound like when you talk? Those perceived as strong speakers have a deeper tone and pitch. Their voice resonates and booms. They take their time and are deliberate with their words. They use silence and pause strategically. Most importantly they speak with conviction. They believe in what they are saying. Research shows that people with lower pitch voices are seen as stronger and confident. The Klofstad Study looked at 796 candidates during the 2012 election. It found that those candidates with lower pitch voices won more often. This is especially important for women, where at times we talk as if we are still girls rather than confident women.
In my recent interview with @mmlafleur I talk about the concept of how many people aspire to be fearless. In fact, the most common question I get asked is “How do I become fearless.” Let me first tell you that being fearless is complete bullshit. There is no such thing. You can never be void of fear. Nor should you want to. Fear serves a purpose. It’s one thing to have fear and use it effectively, and it’s a different thing to live in a constant state of fear. That’s when you have panic, that’s when you have paralysis—you’re afraid to leave a bad marriage or a job that’s not the right fit. In my work, I try to help people understand that being afraid is normal. It’s just about understanding how to manage it. When it comes to personal safety and physical conflict, many people feel like they don’t want to offend anybody. If you’re standing in a line and somebody’s uncomfortably close to you, you can turn around and look at that person and say, “Excuse me,” or get out of the line and leave. But we are often too afraid of offending others or being wrong to take action. The most important thing is to listen to your instincts: If something doesn’t feel right, you should listen to that feeling. As individuals, we have to trust that inner voice, and we often don’t. We shut it down. And that can limit us in life in more ways than we can imagine. To read more on this topic, check out my interview with @mmlafluer. Link in bio.
New projects underway. Behind the scenes. Beauty: @dimitrishair
@giannetos you are one of the most talented artists I’ve ever known. Huge love to my Greek sister @mariamenounos for letting us crash your glam room.
It was a cloudy day in NYC but at least we had good light. Behind the scenes at my @mmlafleur photoshoot. Makeup @riskakismakeup Hair @starmoonchild Photographer @jeff_allen
Flashing it back to 1990 ... something
It’s not just about physical defense. There’s so much out there when it comes to “Pro-Techting” yourself. Stopped by @todayshow @klgandhoda to share my top New Year, New Tech picks. Pro-Techt yourself with these apps, gadgets and more. Check out my top picks. Link in bio.
Getting ready to go for a run this evening in the #NYC cold. Although it’s technically not winter yet, it feels like it. One voice in my head is saying “Stay in. You can do it tomorrow.” And the other is shouting at me “Get your ass up and go!” Sometimes I have absolutely zero motivation, like tonight, but... I will go anyway. I just needed to remind myself why I should. To be honest, I’ll probably crush a bacon cheeseburger later. That always makes things better.
Some of my favorite stocking stuffers this holiday season. Here's what I'll be gifting to my family and friends: @MaceBrand personal alarm, pepper spray, an LED safety band, and a mini pepper spray that attaches to your keys #partner
Goodbye 41. Being with you made me a stronger and more thoughtful person. It was an honor and privilege to protect you.
Tune in tomorrow - Dec 4 - to catch me on the @rachaelrayshow - We’ll be sharing tips on how to keep your house safe this holiday season. And if you can't tune in, make sure to set your DVR. Check your local listings here for time: www.rachaelrayshow.com/show-info/showtimes. Stylin by @mikeystyles @karen_millen Glam @riskakismakeup