Trust gives you the power to conquer the world. Here's how you can come to be positive about everything you do.


Individuals who are self-confident are admired by others and encourage confidence in others. We face their fears head-on and are more likely to be risk-takers. We know that whatever challenges we will face, they can overcome them. Even when things don't go so well, self-confident people appear to see their lives in a positive light and are usually happy and proud of themselves.

Wouldn't this kind of self-confidence be great every day of the week? What do you think? You can do that.

"Low self-confidence is not a life sentence. Self-confidence can be taught, exercised, and mastered — just like any other skill. When you master it, everything in your life can change for the better." —Barrie Davenport The simple question is: If you don't believe in yourself, how do you expect anyone else to do it? 

Try some of the tips below. Don't just read it and put it on the back burner. Really start practicing them every day, starting today. You may have to fake it at first, and it just seems to be self-confident, but eventually, you will begin to feel the foundation of self-confidence grow within you. With some time and practice (this is not an overnight phenomenon), you too can be a self-confident person, both inside and outside, whom others admire and say "Yes!" to. 


1. Stay away from negativity and add positivity :


This is the time to really assess your inner circle, including friends and family. It's a tough one, but it's time to seriously consider getting away from the people who put you down and shred your confidence. Even a brief break from Debbie Downer will make a huge difference and help you move towards more self-confidence.
Be confident, even if you don't feel it yet. Bring some constructive energy into your interactions with others and hit the ground, ready to launch your next venture. Stop focusing on issues in your life and instead start focusing on solutions and making positive improvements. 


 2. Adjust your body language and appearance 


This is where attitude, a smile, eye contact, and voice slowly come into play. Just the simple act of pulling back your shoulders gives others the feeling that you are a confident person. Smiling will not only make you feel better, but it will make others feel more relaxed around you. Imagine a person with a good posture and a smile, and you're going to see someone who's self-confident.

Look at the person you're referring to, not your shoes— maintaining eye contact shows confidence. Last but not least, speak slowly. Studies have shown that those who take the time to speak slowly and clearly feel more self-confidence and more self-confident about others. The added bonus is they're really going to be able to comprehend what you're doing.

Go the extra mile and style your hair, give yourself a clean shave, and dress up beautifully. Not only is this going to make you feel better for yourself, but others are more likely to see you as positive and self-confident. A smart tip: when you buy a new dress, first try wearing it at home to get over any wardrobe malfunctions before you go. 

3. Don't accept failure and get rid of the derogatory voices in your head. 


Don't give up. Don't ever accept failure. There's a solution to it all, so why would you want to chuck it in the towel? Just make it your daily motto. Succeeding through tremendous hardship is a big booster of confidence.

Low self-confidence is often triggered by negative thoughts on a relentless journey across our heads. When you constantly bash yourself and say you're not good enough, you're not pretty enough, you're not smart enough or competitive enough, and on and on, you're creating a self-fulfilling prophecy. You're going to be what you're preaching within your brain, and that's not healthy. The next time you hear the disappointment in your head, change it directly to a positive affirmation and keep it up until it reaches the level of self-confidence.

4. Be prepared for me


Know all you need to learn about your profession, your work, your presentation — whatever comes next on your "to conquer" list. If you are trained and have the information to back it up, your self-confidence is going to rise.


5. For tough times, when everything else fails: 


Create a great list Life is full of obstacles, and there are moments when it's hard to keep our self-confidence up. Sit down right now and make a list of all the things you're grateful for in your career and a list of all the things you're proud to do. When your lists are full, paste them on your refrigerator door, on your office wall, on your bathroom mirror — somewhere you can easily remember what a wonderful life you have and what a wonderful person you really are. If you find that your self-confidence is dwindling, take a look at those lists and let yourself smile and be encouraged by you all over again.