6 Ways to Get Your Daily Confidence Boost

by Eric D. Miller

If you want to build self-confidence, you need to do it one day at a time. Although there are many so-called experts who would claim to help you do this quick, there really is no eBook, motivational speaker, secret, universe, law of whatever, etc. that can make you confident in a single day. This article will provide you with a simple step by step guide on how to build self-confidence slowly but surely.

#1: Have a Checklist of the Basics

Be sure to shower. Wear freshly laundered and ironed clothes. Brush your teeth. Groom your hair. You get the picture? Simply put, you build self-confidence by always going out as the best version of yourself.

#2: Make a List

Divide a sheet of paper into 2 columns. Write down specific instances when you lack confidence on the left side. Write down what you think the proper response is on the right side. You can type this and print it out. Then post it someplace conspicuous. If you are forever alone, you can post it on your refrigerator.

Tip: don't just post it and forget about it. The most important thing for you to do is read it every day. This way you are motivated to try out the right side!

#3: You Need To Be Confident Of Something

Confidence revolves around knowing that you can do. Something that is relevant and valuable. Jocks are confident of how they play football. Nerds are confident of their computer related skills. Now ask yourself the question "What am I you good at?"

You don't need to be the best at it. All you need to be is good enough. List those down as well on a separate sheet. Read it before you go out. Now breathe deep and know that you are valuable.

#4: Get Some Exercise

The key to looking confident is looking great. This requires a physically fit body. You need to eat right and get enough exercise. Target parts of your body that you particularly feel down about. Start with cardio, build stamina. This will help remove that unwanted paunch. If you want to get fuller arms, then lift weights. Start low then gradually move up. Remember, every bodybuilder had to start the same way you did. The only difference is that they stuck with it.

#5: Be in Control

Some people lack confidence in their ability to keep their cool. If this is you then try this simple technique. If you feel an argument brewing:

·         Count to 3 before responding

·         Listen first! Some people tend to think of a retort even before the other person has finished stating the case.

·         If worse comes to worst, keep silent and walk away. This is better than blowing your top.

#6: Go Out More

Confidence takes practice. Read your lists. Breathe deeply, then go out with friends or family members. Start raising your confidence level with people you are most comfortable with. They will notice this change in you, and if they are real friends, will even help you out.

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