How to Feel Taller

Being tall gives you a chance to have other people look up to you.

Whether a person is of short stature or just wishes to appear taller when in certain situations, there are various options for giving the illusion of height. Appearing taller to the world instantly leads to feelings of being taller, and the way a person carries himself can give the appearance of height to others. While adults are basically done growing by the age of 21, there are various methods a person can employ to feel taller.

Instructions

1. Wear 3 or 4 inch heels if you are woman who wishes to appear taller. Wearing shoes with a higher heel will increase a woman's height by 4 inches or more. This can give the shorter-statured woman an instant lift and make her appear quite taller than she is. A man can buy shoes with a short 1or 2 inch heel or lifts to wear in his shoes giving him the appearance of height.

2. Stand up straight when walking as if you are being pulled up by a thread. You will appear taller than you are and improve your posture at the same time. Your mother was correct when she told you to always stand up straight; it has many benefits, not least of which is giving the appearance of an extra 1 to 2 inches in height.

3. Lose weight to achieve a thinner physique. This will give the appearance of being taller, as a smaller body mass index draws the eye upward. Lifting weights and practicing Pilates leads to longer, leaner muscles which gives the appearance of height.

4. Dress in clothes that elongate your body. Wear one solid color from head to toe, this will give the illusion of length. Dressing in all black instantly makes you look and feel taller. If you are a woman, wear long necklaces to give the appearance of length. For a man wear a hat which instantly adds inches to your physique.

References

• Sports and Fitness Training Center: Want To Be Taller?
• Grow Taller Product Reports: 3 Methods to be Taller Naturally
• "Wired"; How To Be Taller; Robert Hanks; February 2010