10 Tips to Regaining your Confidence

By Irene Anderson

1/ Write down ten things

(or more) that you did lately that you did really well. Even if it is something small, like paying your bills on time.

2/ Read something inspiring

– even if it’s only a quote. Broke? Go on line and Google ‘self help’ – your very own library will appear before your eyes.

3/ Play the gratitude game

Here’s how it works. As you are driving along someone cuts you off. Say this: “Thank you for cutting me off, you must be in a big hurry.” Be grateful for silly things, like finding a penny, or ripping your shirt. You’ll soon find yourself laughing, and your mood will lift.

4/ Call a Friend

Now, don’t call to complain, call just to ask them how they are. Keep the conversation upbeat – laugh! 

5/ Do one tiny thing

Some days we feel that we can’t focus on any one thing – even if all you do is get the dishes done – great! You did something!

6/ The ‘to-do’ list

There is nothing more powerful than having a list and putting a BIG tick mark on it when you have finished a task.

7/ Look in the mirror

and give yourself a GOOD talking to. I mean it, say to yourself all of the great stuff you do, smile and laugh!

8/ Avoid toxic people

Nothing will bring you down more than hanging around people who complain a lot, or who are negative. Get out of the house and network with some positive peeps!

9/ Walk the Dog!

Ok, if you don’t have a dog, walk yourself!

10/ STOP the self talk

Shush the voice – you know it when you hear it! Say only positive things about yourself. You are perfect the way you are. Enjoy you!

Irene Anderson has over 25 years experience in facilitating and coaching. She is an active board member of OAAPT, The Ontario Association of the Application of Personality Type, and a Member of Power of Women Exchange. Contact her at 416-291-4461 or by email: irene-discoveryworks@bell.net. www.DiscoveryWorksCoaching.com