Developing a Charismatic Personality

charisma theory, charismatic powers and force of character - definitions, understanding, developing qualities of charisma, personal presence and gravitas
Charisma is not just for movie stars. It's a behavioural quality that anyone can develop.
Think of charisma as force of character, or personal presence, or gravitas.
People with higher levels of charisma tend to be noticed, listened to, respected, and followed.
A strong charismatic personal presence is useful for leading, teaching, selling, speaking, and relationships of all sorts. Having a charismatic force of character is also useful for defending yourself and others, and for negotiating, complaining, and seeking redress - especially when directed to a higher authority or someone who thinks they're better than you.
Charismatic power is not commonly taught, but it can be.
The notion that charisma is 'God-given' owes much to the self-protecting ideas of the historical ruling classes. Rulers, leaders, and institutions throughout the ages tended to maintain power by convincing everyone (including themselves) that ordinary people had neither the right nor the ability to achieve any sort of greatness. To varying degrees, people in authority, and certain institutions and corporations can still be seen behaving in this exclusive arrogant way.
Charisma, and other powerful human qualities like leadership, knowledge and wisdom, were historically the preserve of the elite and those next to God - beyond the aspirations of ordinary people. Some believe this still to be so.
Meanwhile however, the modern age is making everything possible for everyone.
Most 'leaders' are now followers, chasing trends and popularity. Ordinary people achieve greatness every day. Times have changed and continue to change, away from old-style authoritarian structures and beliefs. People are ever more empowered.
In the modern age 'ordinary' people are increasingly realizing that they can achieve virtually anything they want.
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