Rebuilding confidence

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by Runintolife

about 1 year ago

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I'm feeling very insecure with myself and was wondering some ideas of how to build my self confidence up. Does anybody have any ideas? Or how do you make yourself feel more confident when you're feeling down?

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miss dior replied about 1 year ago:

I used to lack confidence too. I would be the girl who always hid her face and shied away. However, gradually, I tried to accept myself the way I am. I know that sounds generic, but, it actually works if you try. You can't be perfect, none of us can, however, we can always be the best we can be. So, you should do the same! Be the best YOU that you can be. If you have a favorite hobby, go out and engage in that activity. Or pick up a new hobby, try different things, talk to a friend, and see yourself in a different light. Keep smiling! I hope that helps!

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LadyTaylor replied about 1 year ago:

I have been on the same quest for a few months. I didn't realize how deeply rooted my insecurities were until I tried to change them. The one thing I've done that seems to help is becoming more aware of my thoughts, and forcing myself to think positive. If I find myself thinking negatively about something I've done, I will acknowledge it, and try to steer myself towards more positive reinforcement. Sometimes, it feels like lying to myself, but it has felt more real over time. It's about convincing yourself to change your perspective. Chances are, you insecurities are rooted in an inaccurate perspective of yourself. Allow yourself to see the greatness of you! Maybe tell yourself over and over "I am confident." I know it sounds silly, but after awhile, you will start to feel it. Even if it's just a slight feeling, at first.

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Clarke3 replied about 1 year ago:

I myself am trying to figure this out ...I recently have been thru the ringer with a up and down relationship where I ended up getting hurt I've cut my hair...it made me fell better Got my ears pierced...made me fell better Started dressing more like a girl...made me feel better It's just about reinventing ,myself right now and proving to myself that hes the one that lost out in the end....Gotta pick myself up and stop falling

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SmrtT replied about 1 year ago:

I suffered low self confidence for a long period of time. You have to find something totally outside of your comfort zone and safe that you have thought you could never do. Do it. You have to find a way to be comfortable in your own skin. I have what I call my Marilyn Unroe days. When my inner person does not match my outer view. It hilarious because in real life I am so far removed from Marilyn Monroe in looks its a shame. But then i think of Archibald Leach. who believed and carried himself in such a manner that he became the person he saw inside , Cary Grant. We all possess the ability to do that. We are unique and wonderful and there is not another person in the world like us. How can you help but feel confident knowing that no one else is here to do something predestined for you. Find a spot of joy everyday it doesn't have to mean anything to anyone but you. Smile when you catch a glimpse of yourself. Know that there is someone out there that thinks the world of you and you mean the whole world to them.

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