A number of studies suggest that bad posture may exacerbate the symptoms of clinical depression and anxiety. Even if your mental health is generally solid, there are good reasons to think that you’d be happier—and healthier—if you simply sat and stood up straighter. Here are three ways improving your posture can improve your emotional health, and exactly how to do it so you begin scoring the benefits.
Simply fixing your posture can make you happier and more energetic
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