SIMPLE WAYS TO

Strengthen Your
Condence
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When you strengthen your confdence, youll be a happier person.
Confdence in yourself equips you to accomplish
everything you've always dreamed about.
Try these strategies to boost your condence
1. STICK UP FOR YOURSELF.
Instead of allowing others to overpower you, stand up for your rights
and your beliefs.
2. BELIEVE IN YOURSELF.
Make the extra efort to look at yourself in the mirror and truly
believe that you can accomplish anything.
3. ASK FOR HELP.
Seek help from others when youre struggling. Draw from the
expertise of others when you lack the knowledge you need. The
ability to admit you need help is a sign of strength.
4. PICK A NEW OUTFIT.
Concentrate on your appearance. If you feel that you look good,
youll begin to feel more confdent with yourself on the inside too.
5. THINK POSITIVE THOUGHTS.
Challenge yourself to think positive thoughts each and every
day. If you stay positive, confdence will come.
6. STOP NEGATIVE THOUGHTS.
When negative thoughts enter your mind, notice them and
replace them with more productive ones. Dwell on thoughts that
lead you to success.
7. PREPARE YOURSELF.
Sometimes a lack of confdence comes from lack of preparation.
Ensure you properly prepare yourself for the challenges you face.
8. FOCUS ON THE SMALLER
THINGS.
Tackle one thing at a time in a step-by-step fashion. Little by
little, each success you experience builds a reservoir of
confdence inside you.
9. EXPRESS GRATITUDE.
Express gratitude for the things that are important to you. You'll
experience renewed energy and enthusiasm.
10. TAKE CONTROL.
Choose to seize the steering wheel, instead of sitting in the
passenger seat. Instead of letting life happen to you, live your life
with purpose. Pretend youre confdent, and the feelings will follow.
11. GET TO KNOW YOURSELF.
Delve deep and fnd out who you are. Youll be better able to
point out and work on your weaknesses. Your strengths will give
you confdence.
12. ENGAGE IN A KIND ACT.
Do what you can to bring about more joy in the lives of others and
enjoy the feeling it gives you.
13. PRACTICE.
Practice makes perfect. If youre struggling at a task, keep trying
until you get it right. This may take time, but the efort is worth it.
14. RELAX.
When you feel pressured to accomplish too much at once, slow
down and take a few deep breaths. Sometimes, all it takes to feel
confdent is a few seconds to relax and refocus your mind.
15. SMILE MORE FREQUENTLY.
Put a smile on your face and youll be surprised at how you end
up feeling as a result.
16. LOOK AT THE BIG PICTURE.
Keep the bigger picture in mind as you attempt the trials of life. It
will keep you from getting caught up on the smaller issues that
detract from the important ones.
17. CONCENTRATE ON YOUR
SELF-IMAGE.
Everyone has both strengths and weaknesses. Find out what you
like about yourself and focus on enhancing those characteristics.
18. CHANGE YOUR BEHAVIOR.
If youre feeling down on yourself, change your approach.
Continue to change your approach until you start getting the
results you deserve.
19. FIGHT BOREDOM.
Sometimes a lack of confdence is simply a sign that its time to
leave your comfort zone in favor of something more exciting.
20. STRIVE FOR EXCELLENCE
INSTEAD OF PERFECTION.
If you continue to try your best and change your approach when
things seem to be headed in the wrong direction, your
confdence will grow naturally.
21. ACCEPT COMPLIMENTS.
Learn how to accept compliments. People are likely being
genuine with you and telling you what your strengths are.
22. TRY HYPNOSIS.
Hypnosis is a great way of communicating with your
subconscious mind. Program your subconscious with productive
thinking about your capabilities and strengths.
23. START THE DAY RIGHT.
Get everything of to the right start by getting into a positive
mood right from the beginning of the day. Plan your day the
night before and develop a morning routine. Get enough rest
and eat a healthy breakfast.
24. FAKE IT.
Go through the motions of confdence even when you feel down
in the dumps. Youll be surprised how much more confdent you
feel when you pretend that you are.
25. TALK TO YOURSELF.
Use positive self-talk to boost your confdence. Use personal,
positive, present-tense afrmations that speak words of
encouragement to your heart and mind.
There are many ways to
strengthen your confdence.
All you need is the courage and the drive to try them.
When you do, you'll start to see your dreams come true!