Support System

Self-Esteem

Pay Attention to Body LanguageYour body language telegraphs your mood and

confidence. You can change your mood simply by sitting

up straight in your chair instead of slumping.

Your Own Worst EnemyFear makes it all too easy to slip into a cycle of

negative self-talk. Self-sabotaging thoughts such

as “I'm just going to lose again.” or “Watch her blow

right past me.” lower stack the odds against

you for success.

One Goal At A TimeIf you are new at setting and meeting goals, just set one solid goal

and focus on it. Trying to hit too many goals diminishes the intensity

and deliberateness of your effort.

AffirmationsAffirmations are a way to train your brain to accept positive input and energy. Here

is an affirmation to build confidence.

“I feel secure in who I am, and do not need to compare myself to others.”

Self-TrustWhen someone isn’t trustworthy you don’t have confidence in his

or her ability. The same is true for you. Are you unworthy of your

own trust? Commit to completing goals and actions with

100% of your capability.

Smoke & MirrorsMedia continually bombards us with images and declarations of what is

“beautiful.” The idea of perfect physical beauty is unrealistic, yet we

constantly are trying to lose weight, tighten the behind, diminish wrinkles

and try to look like a 20-something model. Your beauty is natural, not

tweaked with smoke and mirrors.

Yoga for ConfidenceParticipate in a yoga class. Actually attend the

class because it’s a great way to strengthen mind

and body as well as to build new friendships

which don't involve competing over

physical appearance.

Bridge the GapResting yoga poses are helpful for easing a

mind that's busy with negative thoughts.

Gentle backbend poses (like camel or

bridge) build core strength as well as the

bridge between mind and body.

Be authenticConfidence is something

that cannot be faked, but it is

something that can be built.

Lead the WayIf you lack self confidence you

probably shy away from anything

remotely looking like being in charge

of a project or activity. However,

when given the chance you will

surprise yourself in the new role.

Opportunities to lead build confidence

because it forces you to step outside

your comfort zone.