Top 10 Strategies for Building Self-Confidence

Become your most confident self with these top 10 strategies – let’s do this!

eMuse
Coffee & Convo
4 min readApr 6, 2023

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“As soon as you trust yourself, you will know how to live.”―Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Are you feeling like a wallflower in a world of extroverts? Do you find yourself second-guessing every decision you make?

Are you tired of letting self-doubt hold you back from reaching your full potential? Fear not, my friend, for I have compiled a list of the top 10 strategies for building self-confidence.

1. Fake it till you make it

Sometimes, the key to building confidence is to act like you already have it. Put on your imaginary cape and strut your stuff like you’re the most confident person in the room. Eventually, your mind will catch up with your actions, and you’ll start to feel the confidence you’ve been projecting all along.

2. Surround yourself with positivity

If you’re constantly surrounded by negative people who bring you down, it’s time to reevaluate your social circle. Surround yourself with positive people who lift you up and encourage you to be your best self. Positive energy is contagious, and it will help you build the confidence you need to succeed.

3. Get out of your comfort zone

Nothing builds confidence like stepping outside of your comfort zone and trying something new. Whether it’s taking up a new hobby or speaking in public, pushing yourself to try new things will help you build the confidence you need to tackle any challenge that comes your way.

4. Practice self-care

Self-care isn’t just bubble baths and scented candles (although those are great too!). Taking care of yourself physically and mentally will help you feel more confident in yourself and your abilities. Get enough sleep, exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take time to relax and recharge.

5. Embrace your quirks

We all have quirks and idiosyncrasies that make us unique. Instead of trying to hide them, embrace them! Your quirks are what make you stand out from the crowd, and they’re a big part of what makes you who you are. Celebrate your individuality and let your quirks shine.

6. Set achievable goals

Setting achievable goals and reaching them is a great way to build confidence. Start small and work your way up. Each time you achieve a goal, your confidence will grow, and you’ll be more motivated to tackle bigger challenges.

7. Learn from failure

Everyone fails at something at some point in their life. Instead of letting failure bring you down, use it as a learning opportunity. Analyze what went wrong and figure out how you can do better next time. Failure is not the end; it’s just a detour on the road to success.

8. Dress for success

When you look good, you feel good. Dressing well can boost your confidence and make you feel more prepared to take on the world. Put on your favorite outfit, fix your hair and makeup, and strut your stuff like the confident queen (or king) you are.

9. Practice positive self-talk

The way we talk to ourselves can have a big impact on our confidence. Instead of putting yourself down, practice positive self-talk. Tell yourself that you are capable, intelligent, and deserving of success. Believe in yourself, and others will too.

10. Celebrate your successes

Finally, celebrate your successes! Every time you achieve something, no matter how small, take a moment to pat yourself on the back and celebrate your accomplishment. Recognizing your successes will help you build confidence and motivate you to keep pushing yourself to achieve even more.

There are my top 10 strategies for building self-confidence. Ultimately, building confidence is a journey, not a destination. It takes time and effort, but with the right mindset and strategies, you can become the confident, badass person you were meant to be. Now go out there and show the world what you’re made of!

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eMuse
Coffee & Convo

eMuse is a writer, artist, and entrepreneur. She writes about various topics in her curated publications: Coffee & Canvas and Coffee & Convo.