Building self-confidence is an important part of personal growth that can help you live your life as your authentic self.

Here are 7 steps to help you get there:

1. Identify your strengths

Write down your skills, talents, and positive traits. Focusing on your strengths can help to motivate you while you’re working on areas of improvement. When I want to learn something new (ahem, I am always learning!), I know that I can do it, because I remind myself how resilient I am and how many things I’ve overcome in my past.

2. Set realistic goals

Break down larger goals into smaller ones, and focus on them one step at a time. When you achieve a goal, celebrate your success and use that momentum to work towards your next goal.

3. Practice self-care

This one will come as no surprise around here, but it’s key. Make sure you are getting enough sleep, eating well, and moving your body regularly. Practice mindfulness or meditation to help reduce stress and anxiety. Choose any form of self-care that resonates with you, and allow yourself to recharge. Remember, you can’t pour champagne from an empty bottle 😘 🥂

4. Surround yourself with positive people

Surround yourself with people who support and encourage you. Positive relationships can help build your confidence and give you the support you need to achieve your goals. Avoid people who bring you down or make you feel bad about yourself. This was a hard one for me to learn, but looking back, it’s helped so much.

5. Learn from failures

Everyone experiences failure at some point. Instead of letting it bring you down, use it as an opportunity to learn and grow. Reflect on what went wrong and what you can do differently next time, instead of beating yourself up mentally for any mistakes that were made.

6. Take risks

I don’t mean go to Vegas with your life savings! Risks like trying something new or stepping out of your comfort zone can help you grow and learn new things about yourself. You could even learn a new skill or find out your have a natural talent you didn’t know about!

7. Practice positive self-talk

Replace negative thoughts with positive ones, and focus on your strengths and accomplishments. Repeat positive affirmations to yourself daily. If you’re new to positive affirmations, I’ve got an entire blog post about it for you.

Building self-confidence takes time and effort, but it’s worth it. By using these tips, you can develop a more positive attitude towards yourself and your abilities. Remember that building self-confidence is a journey, and it’s okay to make mistakes along the way. Keep pushing yourself and believing in yourself, and you’ll get there.