Self-Esteem & Confidence

Countless studies show how important sunlight is for you, for your emotions and your well-being. If the Internet is the new smoking (who is not addicted to the constant draw of emails, Facebook, Twitter…), then take a break. Head outside, if just for five minutes. Continue reading...

A number does not tell you how awesome you are, how smart you are, how funny you are, how beautiful you are or how important you are. It is just a number on a scale. That is all. Continue reading...

The quality of your life is the quality of your communication. This means the way you communicate with others and, more importantly, the way you communicate with yourself. What you focus on is what you get. If you look for the positive this is what you get. Continue reading...

“There will always be some people who have more than you and some who have less. If you play the comparison game, you'll run into too many ‘opponents’ you can't defeat.” Continue reading...

One of the most effective ways to build self-confidence is to break down large goals into small, doable action steps, says Sharon Fountain, president of the National Association for Self-Esteem. For example, if you’re trying to shape up and lose weight. Continue reading...

There are two kinds of people, those that cut you down and those that lift you up. Choose to be around the ones who lift you up. Distance yourself from the ones that cut you down, even if they are family. Continue reading...

This doesn't necessarily have to consist of monumental accomplishments. It can include your "minor victories" like learning to skate, graduating from high school, college, receiving an award or promotion etc. Read this list often. While reviewing it, close your eyes and recreate the feelings of satisfaction. Continue reading...

Associate only with positive focused people who you can learn from and who will not drain your valuable energy with complaining and uninspiring attitudes. By developing relationships with those committed to constant improvement and the pursuit of the best that life has to offer. Continue reading...

You can't develop high self-esteem if you repeat negative phrases about yourself and your abilities. Throughout the day, repeat positive affirmations about yourself. Below are a few examples. Use them and see how it feels: “I am smart.” “I am capable.” “I’m going to have a great day.” Continue reading...

When I was in high school, I was sort of obsessed with colored contacts; gray and brown were my favorite colors! Every once in a while my sister and I used to buy them from the hair store around the way. Continue reading...