We live in a world where criticizing people and focusing on negative attributes seems to be the social norm.
It’s an unfortunate aspect of life and many people well into
adulthood still struggle with their own self confidence. It’s also
unfortunate that these same people may be missing out in life because
they don’t believe in themselves, or they don’t believe that they
deserve the good things in life. This is simply not true.
It all begins within yourself, and you have to want to change things
for the better. If you can’t change your environment, you can at least
change your own ways.
1. Get good at something
Sometimes all it takes is a little talent. Taking up a hobby or
refining a talent can do wonders for your confidence. If you feel brave
enough, you can show other people your hard work. It never hurts to hear
a little praise on occasion.
2. Keep a journal
You are your own worst critic, but you don’t have to be. Recording
your accomplishments or writing about things that make you happy can
help you realize your own self worth. Life is worth living and you
should remind yourself of that.
3. Keep fit
Exercising and eating healthy food can make you feel good about the
choices you make for yourself. When you notice how good and healthy you
look, you won’t have reason to try to hide behind baggy clothes.
4. Take care of yourself
Do something that you want to do. If nobody wants to see that cheesy
movie with you, go by yourself and don’t get into the mindset that only
losers go to the movies alone. Being independent and not having to
constantly have companionship is a strength, not a weakness.
5. Turn into an optimist
It makes no sense remarking on the dark clouds while ignoring the
rainbow. Seeking positive ideas and looking at the “bright side” can
affect your mood for the better. Focusing on the good things in life can
help you hold your head high, knowing that life is good, even when it
seems bad.
6. Spend some time alone…but not too much
Everyone should have some time to themselves every day. Reading a
book or enjoying the outdoors are great for the soul. But too much alone
time can get the brain to sit stagnant. Sometimes people get sick of
themselves and end up thinking of things that end up depressing them.
Have a healthy dose of “you” time, but make sure you leave the room to
seek out the people who matter most.
7. Do good deeds
There’s nothing like helping other people to give you that warm,
fuzzy feeling inside. You know you’ve done something good and that you
made another person happy. Making a difference in someone’s life can
make a difference in your own, for the better.
8. Set achievable goals
Setting impossible goals only sets you up for failure. If, for
example, you want to lose weight, small increments at a time may be a
good option. You can easily lose five pounds. Lose those five pounds and
you will feel a sense of accomplishment. Further challenge yourself to
another small amount. The more goals you achieve, the more you will see
how awesome you really are.
9. Who cares what other people think?
It’s very difficult to turn off the thoughts of what others might be
thinking. The only way you can shrug it off is if you resolve to just
not care. Who cares? If someone thinks poorly of you, that’s their
problem. That issue is on them, not you. Move on, stay fabulous.
10. Learn to love yourself
The person whose opinion matters the most is your own. If you don’t
love yourself, try to find out why. Then try to find a solution to that
reason. Can it be fixed? If not, can you find someone who can help,
perhaps a psychologist, a friend, or a pastor? Make room in your heart
for yourself. You’re the only “you”, you’ve got.
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