Celebrate Yourself Every Day
It can sometimes be hard to cut through that negative voice inside your head once it starts, but it's important to never let it take control. From practicing positive self-talk to embracing your unique strengths and qualities, you can build your confidence little by little. Here are five ways to improve your self-image so you feel more comfortable in your own skin.
1. Practice Positive Self-Talk
Instead of letting negative self-talk take over and make you feel worse about yourself, treat yourself kindly by replacing these overly critical thoughts with words that build confidence. Try repeating encouraging affirmations, like "I am stronger than I think."
2. Surround Yourself with Supportive People
It's also important to surround yourself with people who are supportive and build you up, not knock you down. In turn, let go of toxic relationships and anyone who doesn't uplift you. When you're around people who spread positivity, you're more likely to feel motivated and happy.
3. Challenge Negative Thinking
Whenever you get a negative thought, challenge it—don't blindly believe it and let it take hold. Ask yourself why you might think that way and find evidence that disproves the thought. If you have a tendency to catastrophize, you might just be falling into a negative thinking trap.
4. Set Realistic Goals
You don't want to sell yourself short, but you also don't want to set impossible or unattainable achievements, either. Focus on setting realistic goals that help you grow, learn, and build your self-worth. Remember to celebrate your progress and wins, too, no matter how big or small.
5. Embrace Your Strengths & Unique Qualities
You're strong, unique, and capable, and there's no one else like you on this planet. Remember that the next time that negative voice takes over in your head, and make sure to highlight your strengths and qualities that disprove that critical line of thinking.
