6 practical ways to build confidence

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1. Do things which are uncomfortable to do

    • Get out of your comfort zone. Nothing grows under a banyan tree. sometimes you have to make harsh decisions that disturbs your otherwise peaceful life.
    • You have to embrace the change, hug it like your best buddy and explore what the change has to offer. Always remember as they say no pain no gain.
    • Try adventure sports, they will definitely boost your confidence.

2. Follow a routine

  • Have you ever wonder how Cristiano Ronaldo, Michael Phelps emerged as super achievers ? It is their strict daily routine. They don’t hesitate to repeat the same thing every day. Some common observation from their daily routine are
    • They wake up early
    • They workout
    • Some of them are avid readers.
    • They focus on their work/sport and success is byproduct of their routine.
    • They value their time more than money.
  • Sticking to the daily routine without giving a miss can help you to do anything at will.
  • Books related to Habit forming
    • Atomic Habits by James clear
    • The power of habit by Charles Duhigg
  • Habit tracking apps
    • Habit Tracker
    • Loop

3. Talk to strangers

4. Achieving tiny goals one at a time

  • Break larger goals into smaller achievable ones. Achieving a smaller goal will boost your confidence unlike anything. Alway records the achievements. This may help in two ways
    • if you are in a better place you can recollect your journey.
    • if you are in worse state they will help you to rise from ashes like phoenix.

5. Doing away with hesitation

  • Learn to say no
  • If you hesitate about others, you are losing the chance of being you.
  • voice your feelings when required. Otherwise you may have to oblige other wishes though you are not comfortable.
  • Wilful discomfort is ok, but when you have nothing to loose it is better to say it.

6. Read books

  • Empty vessels makes more noise. Making noise doesn't take you anywhere. If you are well informed, then you are already ahead in reaching your goal. This will enable to act and hence boost our self confidence.
  • Some surprising benefits of reading books
    • Reduces stress.
    • Helps to think creatively.
    • Strengthens the brain.
    • Builds vocabulary.
    • Prevents cognitive decline.
    • Alleviates depression.

Its a wrap, I would like to know what are you are already implementing from the above list in comment section.

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