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Crossing your arms can make you feel more defensive

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You might think you are just resting your arms, but your brain disagrees. Assuming a closed physical posture creates a feedback loop that actively makes you feel far more stubborn, irritated, and resistant to whatever poor soul is currently speaking to you.

Crossing your arms can make you feel more defensive
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