With worldwide circumstances slowly improving, (fingers crossed!) in health, travel, and the economy why not get a head-start on tackling ‘rea’ life this year with a fresh mindset? Here are some easy ways to boost your confidence this year!
1. Work Toward Achievable Goals
Yes, you may want to lose 30 pounds this year, or learn to play a new instrument, a new language, but doing something with confidence doesn’t necessarily involve instant mastery of a difficult skill or immediate achievement of physical health goals. Because these are massive goals and will you be disappointed when you don’t hit them? Probably!
To build confidence, set small, achievable goals and then value their achievement. If you learn just one new word in French, a day, for example, or even learn how to say “Hello, how are you?” you’ve made human interaction possible in a way you couldn’t before. You can now speak to millions of people just by knowing that.
The point is, it isn’t how much you learn or do, but how much you value what you achieve. With this value, you can start feeling confident in working toward your goals. Finding the value in small things is really important!
2. Exercise And Meditate As Much As You Can
Getting regular exercise is a great way to improve your confidence. And like setting achievable goals, it doesn’t have to be the most rigorous routine in your life — at least not at first. Try doing one press-up a day for a week, for example. You may not have huge biceps by the end of the week, but maybe this is more upper body exercise than you’ve done in a while and you’re making progress! Regular meditation can also quieten your mind. Value the improvements you make. This can build your confidence.
3. Tailor Your Appearance
Build confidence by tailoring your appearance. Are your shirts too tight, or baggy? You can change that without having to spend loads on a new wardrobe! Take care of your body. If you want to lose weight, put on muscle, put weight on, do your nails, or get a haircut — take small steps to get you on the way to achieving these things. I find that liking how I look always helps improve my confidence.
4. Consider A Smile Makeover
Part of your physical appearance is your smile. You guys know that I’m obsessed with my Invisalign journey. If you haven’t been happy with your teeth in particular, consider getting braces or cosmetic dentistry if you can afford it. These sorts of treatments are available all over the UK. It is a rising trend in Wales currently, and there are some very good specialists who can offer cosmetic dentistry in Cardiff for example.
Whether you are in Cardiff, London or Glasgow, cosmetic dentistry can straighten your teeth and whiten your smile. It can also replace teeth that are worn down or damaged — and close the gaps between your teeth, if necessary. Bonding can also enhance chipped teeth, making for a full, toothy smile. With cosmetic dentistry, you can have straight, white teeth that can help you happily approach anyone, and smile with confidence.
5. Change Your Mindset
Above all, when it comes to improving your confidence — you will want to change your mindset. If you are ever feeling down, or afraid, look up and think to yourself: “Everything will be ok”. You can also think similar positive thoughts: “Everything is ok”, “I believe in myself”, “I can handle this”, or “I can do this”. Whatever you think, believe in yourself and your abilities — you have the confidence to improve your life. Go for it!
