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From the GLAS Method perspective, Presence most directly strengthens Emotions / Awareness, Energy / Vitality, and Relationships / Connection by teaching individuals how to regulate internal experience and show up authentically with others. Presence arises from an alignment between internal state and outward behaviour — a core GLAS principle — where emotional clarity and bodily regulation allow action that reflects values rather than survival reflexes. This reduces internal friction and the kind of reactive drift that fragments focus, energy, and relational trust.
The book’s emphasis on embodiment — attending to posture, breath, and physiological cues — contributes to Energy / Vitality, because regulating the body supports mental steadiness, reduced anxiety, and sustained engagement. When people are present, they are less likely to be hijacked by stress responses that drain energy and distort perception. This alignment preserves cognitive and emotional resources, enhancing clarity of purpose and capacity for balanced action.
Presence also enhances Relationships / Connection, because people who show up fully — with curiosity, authenticity, and stability — tend to communicate more effectively, generate trust, and build psychological safety. In GLAS terms, relational coherence emerges when both parties are grounded in their experience rather than being distracted by internal noise or social performance. This strengthens environments where collaborative alignment flourishes, supporting deeper interpersonal engagement.
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