stackyFACTSThe Proteus effect proves that the appearance of your digital avatar subconsciously dictates your behavior in real time. Users assigned taller or more attractive avatars in virtual environments instantly become more confident and aggressive negotiators, carrying that altered mindset back into the physical world.
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