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Do you need an immediate confidence boost? While building unshakeable confidence might take some time, there are a variety of little things you can do to put a spring in your step and raise your self-esteem in the moment you need it most. Read on for some expert psychological tactics you can try that will help you feel more self-confident right away.
This article is based on an interview with our life and relationship transition coach, Leah Morris, owner of Life Remade. Check out the full interview here.
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How Can You Build Self-Confidence?
Expert Q&A
- QuestionHow can I restore my confidence and self esteem after a disappointing birthday?Lauren Urban, LCSWLauren Urban is a licensed psychotherapist in Brooklyn, New York, with over 13 years of therapy experience working with children, families, couples, and individuals. She received her Masters in Social Work from Hunter College in 2006, and specializes in working with the LGBTQIA community and with clients in recovery or considering recovery for drug and alcohol use.
Licensed PsychotherapistHang out with a few friends, relax, go exploring, and work out. Do something active and enjoyable. Your energy will bounce back over time if you keep doing things you enjoy and hanging out with people you love. - QuestionHow do you boost self-confidence?Leah MorrisLeah Morris is a Life and Relationship Transition coach and the owner of Life Remade, a holistic personal coaching service. With over three years as a professional coach, she specializes in guiding people as they move through both short-term and long-term life transitions. Leah holds a BA in Organizational Communication from California State University, Chico and is a certified Transformational Life Coach through the Southwest Institute for Healing Arts.
Life CoachI recommend trying some positive affirmations. When you're looking in the mirror, say some phrases to help build your confidence. For example, you could say, "You're going to do great." or "You're smart and you're capable." With practice, these phrases will naturally become part of how you view yourself. - QuestionHow can I boost my self-confidence?Leah MorrisLeah Morris is a Life and Relationship Transition coach and the owner of Life Remade, a holistic personal coaching service. With over three years as a professional coach, she specializes in guiding people as they move through both short-term and long-term life transitions. Leah holds a BA in Organizational Communication from California State University, Chico and is a certified Transformational Life Coach through the Southwest Institute for Healing Arts.
Life CoachTry saying positive affirmations to yourself each day. For example, you might say, "I'm smart and capable." or "I'm creative." You can also ask your friends to tell you what your best qualities are for a quick confidence boost.
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About This Article
Having a lack of self-confidence can be challenging, but if you reframe your thoughts and use confident body language, you can start to see an improvement. Whatever you’re doing, tell yourself that you’re going to do the best you can and be awesome. Sometimes, just telling yourself positive things can help to build your confidence. Make sure you stand up straight with your shoulders relaxed and smile, which can help to make you feel more confident right away. You can also ask a friend or family member to give you a quick pep talk to boost your self-confidence. For more tips from our co-author, including how to ask for validation from others, read on!
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