Wouldnt it be grand if we could just wake up in the morning, brush our teeth and put on our confidence for the day?
Well, for those of us who dont have a drawer full, here are 4 simple strategies that will help you build confidence.
1. Accentuate the positive.
Be your own best friend. What do you tell a friend whos tried something new, whether or not it turned out well? At least you tried something new- good for you!
Accentuate the effort it took in doing something, rather than the final outcome. (Youd do it for your best friend, wouldnt you?) We all have limitations. The key is to accept that you have them without dwelling on them.
2. Dont be afraid to take some risks.
When you are about to embark on a new experience, do you spend your time worrying so much about the outcome you arent enjoying the moment? If you look at new things in your life as a chance to learn something, it opens up the possibility of you becoming good at that something.
If you spend your time dreading the outcome, youll turn any opportunity there might have been into a failure. Whats more, we cant grow when we are frozen with fear. Dont set yourself up to...