Growing up, my mother's constant reminders to stand and sit up straight resonated with me, given my shorter stature. Even my sister, who initially resisted these reminders, later realized the importance of posture. I've come to understand that maintaining good posture not only energizes and adds grace to my presence but also contributes to aging gracefully.

Posture communicates a lot about us, adapting to various situations. Whether playing with kids or meeting business partners, our posture matters. It's also a crucial aspect of meditation, reflecting genuine alignment. Our physical posture can convey confidence, relaxation, and poise. To enhance posture, here are 12 valuable tips I share with my clients.

1. Practice habitual 'check-ins' to spinal alignment. Posture prevents back pain, arthritis and stress on muscles or joints.

2. Refresh posture to maintain that “S-curve” allows the body to maintain optimal function.

3. Upright posture will free the diaphragm to effectively fill the lungs.

4. Open posture energizes focus and movement throughout a day.

5. Fewer postural problems occur when seated in a supportive chair. 

6. Every 20-30 minutes change position - stand, walk...frequently adjust weight distribution,

7. Sit to use the backrest in a chair with feet flat on the floor.

8. Adjust chairs for knees and hips to be at ninety-degrees flexion. This helps evenly distribute body mass among your joints.

9. Many chairs offer the lumbar support feature. Adjust it to fit your needs! Have the retail clerk assist with this. This is one adjustment quickly forgotten in the car.

10. Readjust chairs after others use. Sharing cars? Make these changes.

11. Even automobile passenger seat adjustment has value for equal consideration.

12. Everyone is uniquely different. Know your unique body postures. Become comfortable in your body by listening to what it tells you.