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August 09, 2026   |   Read online 7 things people notice about you before you speak What people notice the moment you walk in. Most people think presence begins when they start talking. (It doesn’t). Long before you introduce yourself, make your point, or explain who you are…people have already started forming an impression of you. It may not be something they can articulate to themselves, or even do consciously… But they’re noticing. Here are 7 things people register before you ever say a word: 1. How you enter the room Think about it: Rushed and hurried movement communicates something very different from slow, intentional movement. You don’t need to walk slowly or dramatically (leave that to me). Just stop moving like you’re late for your own life. 2. Your posture 3-point checklist: Shoulders back. Chest open. Head level. Not because you’re trying to look dominant, but because collapsed posture subtly communicates uncertainty and insecurity. People read this instantly. 3. Where your eyes go Confident people don’t frantically scan the room looking for approval. They observe their surroundings, and take it all in. There’s a difference. 4. The tension in your face A clenched jaw, furrowed brow, or nervous half-smile give you away immediately. Consciously relax your face. Composure is more visible thank you think it is. 5. How much space you’re comfortable occupying Insecure people often make themselves physically smaller. They tuck their arms in. Hunch their shoulders. Stand at the outer edge of conversations doing that awkward little peek over someone else’s shoulder. You don’t need to invade anyone else’s space… Just stop apologizing for taking up your own. 6. The condition of your clothing This has very little to do with price. Fit, cleanliness, grooming, and attention to detail tell people whether you take yourself seriously. People notice when you care. 7. Your pace Watch people with real presence. Their movements rarely look frantic. Everything is deliberate. They sit deliberately. Stand deliberately. Reach deliberately. Turn deliberately. That control creates an impression of composure in other areas of life, too. And that’s really the point… Presence isn’t about trying to look powerful. It’s about becoming so internally composed that your body stops broadcasting uncertainty to those around you. Before people hear your credentials, your accomplishments, or your ideas… They experience you. Make sure the experience matches the person you intend to be. - James Michael Sama P.S.: If you’re looking for a private advisor to help you develop these qualities, let’s talk.   Update your email preferences or unsubscribe here © 2026 Your secret weapon. 228 Park Ave S, #29976, New York, New York 10003, United States Powered by beehiiv

Ever since its premiere in 458 BC, Aeschylus’s Oresteia trilogy has been hailed as the pinnacle of Ancient Greek tragedy, enthralling audiences with the intensity of its poetry and the depth of its treatment of justice and vengeance.

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	Forwarded this email? Subscribe here for more RTF Invitation: The Universal Lessons of Aeschylus' Oresteia Trilogy by Adam Sedia Rising Tide Foundation Aug 8 ∙ Preview   READ IN APP   Ever since its premiere in 458 BC, Aeschylus’s Oresteia trilogy has been hailed as the pinnacle of Ancient Greek tragedy, enthralling audiences with the intensity of its poetry and the depth of its treatment of justice and vengeance. This lecture explores the truth and legends underlying internal the blood-feuds of the House of Atreus and how Aeschylus masterfully uses them as a vehicle to treat themes of vengeance, justice, and atonement. The universal lessons contained in the Oresteia trilogy will be explored and discussed by Rising Tide Foundation lecturer Adam Sedia this Sunday August 9 at 2pm Eastern Time. Speaker bio: Adam Sedia lives in his native Northwest Indiana, with his wife, Ivana, and their children, and practices law as a civil and appellate litigator. In addition to the Society’s publications, his poems and prose works have appeared in The New Lyre, Age of Muses, Indiana Voice Journal, and other literary journals. He is also a composer, and his musical works may be heard on his YouTube channel. His previous RTF lectures can be viewed here. Join in the live event by clicking on the zoom link below:... Subscribe to Rising Tide Foundation to unlock the rest. Become a paying subscriber of Rising Tide Foundation to get access to this post and other subscriber-only content. Upgrade to paid A subscription gets you: Subscriber-only posts and full archive Subscriber-only episodes in your podcast app Post comments and join the community   Like Comment Restack   © 2026 Rising Tide Foundation PO Box 3, Ste Martine, Quebec, J0S 1V0 Unsubscribe

August 06, 2026   |   Read online Want to chat? I know that the last few months have felt crazy, almost like the world is shifting on its axis. I’ve been hearing it a lot from clients: Relationships of all kinds feel unstable, there’s uncertainty in business, AI is taking over the world, and for some…their most trusted advisor is named Claude. But, I’m still here to support you human-to-human as you work to attract the right partner, opportunities, and fulfillment into your life through evolving into your next chapter. If you’d benefit from someone to help you stay grounded amidst all the change, this is a good time for us to chat. I’m walking through these same pivots with all of my clients, and they are experiencing major breakthroughs. The same benefits for you are just on the other side of a phone call. If you’d be interested in exploring the possibility of working together, you can click here to set up a consultation. This call is complimentary, 30 minutes long, and serves to determine if you’re in the right place to embark on this journey together. Risk: 30 minutes wasted. Possible upside: Transforming yourself and your life into what you know you’re capable of. Click here to set up a call. ===> After you book the call, please fill out the short form you're redirected to, or I won't be able to serve you properly. [Please keep in mind this is not a coaching call, but a consultation]. Talk to you soon. Your coach, - James Michael Sama   Update your email preferences or unsubscribe here © 2026 Your secret weapon. 228 Park Ave S, #29976, New York, New York 10003, United States Powered by beehiiv