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Sometimes you don’t have time for a long formula or to sit down and work through a process. There are times where you need confidence fast, instant confidence. Here are 25 ways to get an instant boost of confidence.
1. Compliments
Be on the listen out, not just look out, but listen out for ... Views: 21979
”Never think that you're not good enough yourself. A man should never think that. People will take you very much at your own reckoning.” Anthony Trollope
How do you picture yourself?
Do you have a positive or negative image of yourself? Many people don't like what they see on the outside, or ... Views: 15939
A healthy level of self confidence and self image is not only necessary, it is essential for any kind of success we seek achieve. Only when you’re comfortable with who you are and confident in what you can do, will other people believe in you and your abilities. This applies both to your ... Views: 620
What is Self-confidence?
Self confidence is to know that you are going to be okay, no matter what.
Self confidence is to love yourself as you are.
Self confidence is to live your own way.
Self confidence is Integrity.
Self confidence is to enter the unknown with no fear, knowing that you can ... Views: 1314
Survivor Guilt
On the evening of the 6th anniversary of 9/11 I watched the heart wrenching television images of children of those whose lives were tragically taken on that ill fated morning in 2001. These images stirred me to write about the topic of survivor guilt that is never too far from ... Views: 1076
Self Worth
Our self worth is really a simple matter of logic and reasoning. “He has made perfect forever those who are made for him” and “He loves all of those who he has made in his image”. Read those 2 scriptures again. We are made perfect and in his eyes we are ... Views: 758
Studies show that at least 85% or more of the world’s people suffer from some degree of lacking self-esteem. Although one might think that such challenges are only characteristic of the poor, uneducated, or lower socio-economic members of society, people from all walks of life can suffer ... Views: 2616
Studies show that more than 85% of the world’s population suffers from some degree of diminished self-worth. For most people who lack a positive self-image, the future looks like a mere extension of their troubled past. Their expectation of what is to be is consistent with what has been — with a ... Views: 769
Our self-esteem is a measure of our self-worth or the value we attribute to ourselves as human beings worthy of attracting happiness, abundance, love, and fulfillment into our lives. It includes yet goes well beyond just our self-image to encompass every aspect that makes up our unique ... Views: 9793
Does the following scenario remind you of anyone?
Sue was totally in love with Jim. The couple met in high school and dated for eight years. Everyone who knew them expected them to get married and live happily ever after together. Then Jim met Karen. Before anyone knew what was happening - ... Views: 1670
Let’s face it. No matter how positive we intend to be and how focused we are on attracting positive people into our lives, there are times when we will come into contact with negative people. You know the type: They love to talk about all the things that are going wrong in their life. They ... Views: 4169
For many years now, "self-esteem" has been synonymous with "positive self image," but that's not really what self-esteem is. Positive self-image is important - it's caring about yourself and seeing yourself as a unique and special individual simply because of who you are as a human being. ... Views: 4447
For many years now, "self-esteem" has been synonymous with "positive self image," but that's not really what self-esteem is. Positive self-image is important - it's caring about yourself and seeing yourself as a unique and special individual simply because of who you are as a human being. ... Views: 904
You want to be confident and feel confident, but what if you're starting with little or no confidence? How do you get from Point A to Point B? True self-confidence isn't an overnight acquisition. It takes dedication to realize you are a good human being that is worthy of respect and ... Views: 2720
Low self-esteem as an illness
Low self-esteem meets the criteria for an illness or disease because:
Low self-esteem is uncontrollable in nature: People with low self-esteem feel insecure. They are not sure what normal is, and they are not comfortable with themselves or with others. They are ... Views: 26089
I’m noticing circumstances and events and activities showing up in my life that are reinforcing my desired state: Joy. I also notice than when I slip and complain about something– VOILA! something else (miraculously?) shows up for me to complain about… I guess for one who claims that anyone ... Views: 646
This book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Personal Development and Self-Esteem. The Official SelfGrowth.com Guide to Personal Development and Self-Esteem is Dr. Joe Rubino. Self-Esteem consists of the self relevant beliefs and emotions which shape one’s individual ... Views: 1574
This book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Personal Development and Self-Esteem. The Official SelfGrowth.com Guide to Personal Development and Self-Esteem is Dr. Joe Rubino. Self-Esteem consists of the self relevant beliefs and emotions which shape one’s individual ... Views: 1748
This book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Personal Development and Self-Esteem. The Official SelfGrowth.com Guide to Personal Development and Self-Esteem is Dr. Joe Rubino. Self-Esteem consists of the self relevant beliefs and emotions which shape one’s individual ... Views: 1049
This book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Personal Development and Self-Esteem. The Official SelfGrowth.com Guide to Personal Development and Self-Esteem is Dr. Joe Rubino. Self-Esteem consists of the self relevant beliefs and emotions which shape one’s individual ... Views: 2390
This book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Personal Development and Self-Esteem. The Official SelfGrowth.com Guide to Personal Development and Self-Esteem is Dr. Joe Rubino. Self-Esteem consists of the self relevant beliefs and emotions which shape one’s individual ... Views: 1437
Do you ever feel like you’re an imposter?
You feel like an imposter when you're able to act confident on the outside but you don't really feel confident on the inside.
One of the hidden causes of The Imposter Syndrome is trying too hard. You really want to appear a certain way so you over-do ... Views: 985
Title: How to Create a Good Self Image (from 'Handbook to Survive Life - Updated)
Author: Craig Lock
Web Sites: http://www.craiglockbooks.com and http://www2.webng.com/writernz/books.html
Publishing Guidelines:
We hope that the following article, an extract from Craig's first published ... Views: 3109
Just about everybody can work on their self esteem. This article shows you steps you can take to boost your self esteem and increase your confidence levels, and feel better immediately.
We live in a society where, from pretty much the time you are born, life is about looking good and fitting ... Views: 975
Can you Imagine a world where all children had high self-esteem?
Self-esteem is a critical reason why people do not obtain the health, wealth, and happiness that they are searching for. Self-esteem is the last hurdle that is needed to actualize what is in the heart… ones true desire.
... Views: 1396
Lots of people want to increase the level of their self-esteem. Why? Well, there are different answers to that: to feel more confident, more secure, more alive even. But notice something: self-esteem has almost everything to do with feelings.
Before you can use techniques to enhance ... Views: 1015
Do you know how good you are at what you do? When was the last time you did an objective evaluation of your skills, abilities and aptitudes - that determine how 'successful' you are in whatever it is that you do? Most people, especially those in the professional, entrepreneurial or academic ... Views: 1808
A person's self-image is the mental picture, generally of a kind that is quite resistant to change, that depicts not only details that are potentially available to objective investigation by others (height, weight, hair color, sex, I.Q. score, is this person double-jointed, etc.), but also items ... Views: 11040
I believe that a low sense of self-worth is a major problem plaguing most people today. It often underlies many other problems we face. Without a healthy sense of oneself, we feel unworthy of respect and of good things in our life.
Our society has often taught us to value others and to ... Views: 2060
Breaking the chain of low self-esteem need not be an exercise in futility. Despite the fact that it seems like a Herculean task, because the state of self-loathing and insecurity colors one's world in bleak shades of gray, breaking the chain of low self-esteem is actually an easy endeavor that ... Views: 651
Fear, such a small word but boy when it grips you it can paralyze you! It can prevent you from having the life that you deserve. What are you afraid of? What holds you back from achieving the success that you desire? Are you afraid of success itself? Or, maybe you are you afraid of failure?
Did ... Views: 663
Do you ever worry that you're not good enough, not smart enough, or you simply don't have what it takes? Do you ever worry that this is keeping you from achieving the things you want most in your life?
According to a recent report by the Priory Group, entitled I'm Not Good Enough, millions of ... Views: 757
By Carl “J.C.” Pantejo, Copyright 2007
Woo-Woo Person: “I’ve been doing all the visualizations, affirmations, and negativity purging; but nothing is happening. I’m still broke!”
Prosperity Mentor: “Does your thinking lead to any ... Views: 988
How does one become self confident in their social circles, school groups, clubs, and organizations (like your volunteer groups, school groups, or PTAs, etc.)? I have become self confident in my social circles and organizations using the following techniques. I use these techniques to varying ... Views: 624
Really Seeing Yourself in the Mirror
A wicked queen in a children’s cartoon had this unforgettable line: “Mirror, mirror on the wall. Who’s the fairest of them all?” Have you ever wondered how the mirror would answer if you stand in the queen’s shoes and ask it?
Well, you normally look into a ... Views: 1308
Why is it so hard to believe that we are good and capable and trustworthy?
Perhaps it is because when we were very little, we came to believe that when we were freely and merely being ourselves, we were bad and thoughtless and, well, "broken". Yes, that something was actually wrong with us. ... Views: 868
Have you ever asked yourself questions like:
"Why am I in this situation, again?"
"Why am I with this guy/girl?"
"Why am I staying in this job that I hate?"
"Why do I put up with being treated like this?"
Just rhetorical questions, right? NO!
Isn’t it funny how we are much more ... Views: 1481
Throughout this article you are going to see references to the "esteemed self." I originated this term to build upon remembering the love, honor, respect, and grace of you. The esteemed self is simply a reflection "in words" of embracing all those parts of yourself you may have buried in ... Views: 2511
Connecting With Others
By Dr. Joe Rubino
CEO, Http://www.CenterForPersonalReinvention.com
All too often, we live our lives in a state of isolation, keeping others out in an effort to protect ourselves from losing our identity and a sense of control. Although we crave intimacy, connectedness ... Views: 3790
Self-confident people generate money.
Self-confident people are filled with optimism and positive
thoughts. They have an "i can" attitude towards life and think it
is possible to do great things. They are an asset to the
organization they work for as they can be given tasks that demand
greater ... Views: 1820
1. Change Your Outfit Change Your Outlook
By dressing in what makes you feel more confident, studies show your self-assurance will increase.
2. Pay Yourself
Keep a jar in a handy place and pay yourself to pay attention to your words. When you hear yourself say the words, “I ... Views: 696
A first step toward discovering your natural temperament type.
Are you naturally outgoing? Do others consider you outgoing?
If you are outgoing, are naturally talkative? If so you are most likely an "I" on the DiSC scale.
Influence
contacting people
making a favorable impression ... Views: 2534
Jill and Sharon (not their real names) worked on the same projects in close proximity to each other in a relatively small office. Their work was very pressured with one tight deadline to meet after another.
Small wonder that the two of them were continually treading on each others toes and from ... Views: 751
The Pea
One day I found a gift. In my pocket was a package of peas. How special I am to have this gift. This gift was going to bring me great joy. They were going to bring me happiness; they were going to bring me an abundance of food. Each day I spent time with my peas. I imagined a great ... Views: 849
Do you have a base? A place within you that says, "Yes, I will do this." Or "No, I won't do this." Your base is called many things. Your morals, your way of standing true to yourself, your conscience, your belief system, etc. For today, we'll just call it your base. It's the place where you know ... Views: 745
Have you ever been to a party and someone came up to you and said, "My, you look fat." Or "My, you look skinny." Or "My, you look stupid." You get the idea.
If you are already having problems with whatever issue they've mentioned, those words will have a serious impact on you. Even if the ... Views: 813
You Want To Have Sex With THIS Body?
By Jan Tincher
So. You have a neat relationship. You want to take it a step further, but you've got stretch marks from your babies. Or you've got moles in funny places. Or birthmarks nobody has seen since your grew out of diapers. Or something else you ... Views: 786
Do you have a sneaking suspicion that you’re not assertive enough? There may be some truth to your fear. If so, we’ll get to the bottom of it and help you develop assertiveness skills. Answer “agree” or “disagree” to these 6 statements to find out if you’re not assertive enough and if becoming ... Views: 12136
Support groups come in all sizes and flavors, in person and online. Whether you're looking for a divorce support group, a cancer support group, depression, grief, or weight loss support group, the elements for providing you with substantive and positive emotional, mental, physical or spiritual ... Views: 1442
"This life is a test. It is only a test. If this had been a real life, you would have received further instructions on what to do and how to do it."
Ever heard those words? When you first read them, it's almost a relief. "Whew! It's just a test."
But when you look deeper, you ask: "Well ... Views: 1916