Its Me Chrissy J

According to a recent study, 79% of women and 62% of men feel as though they are lacking in confidence. While there are many potential reasons for this, such as a bad break-up, self-comparison, or poor workplace performance – low confidence levels can quickly take a toll on your mental health and well-being.

As such, it is an issue that you need to tackle sooner rather than later.

With that in mind, here are three simple ways to improve your confidence. 

Take a break from social media. 

Social media has been one of the biggest confidence killers in recent years. After all, it means that each time we open our phones, we’re hit with hundreds of pictures of people looking their best, from our friends and family to influencers. As a result, it’s hard not to compare ourselves to these pictures online, even if we know they aren’t an accurate reflection of a person’s day-to-day life.

If you find that your time spent online is lowering your self-esteem, it’s time to take a social media break. Try to set yourself a target ahead of time (such as going 7 days social media free), as this will give you something to work towards and reduce the chances of you taking a quick peek at your feeds.

Work with a personal trainer.

Many of those struggling with their self-esteem deal with poor body confidence issues. For example, you may find it hard to lose weight or build muscle. This often takes the joy out of exercise, as you feel as though you are putting in the work with nothing to show for it. 

One way in which you can remedy this is by working with a personal trainer, who will be able to develop a personalized plan based on your needs. For example, if you are looking to facilitate healthy weight loss, they can develop a weight loss training plan for you to follow. Not only will you begin to see results quicker, but you’ll also have someone rooting for you who can provide you with practical advice and tips alongside some much-needed motivation to keep going.

Wear clothes you feel good in.

Wearing clothes that you feel good in can also work wonders for your confidence. This is because “ill-fitting clothing can make us feel uncomfortable and self-conscious, and this can negatively impact our mood.” Wearing clothes that flatter our unique body shape or match our personal style will have the opposite effect.

As such, now is the perfect time to indulge in a little retail therapy. If you’re trying to cut down on your spending right now, don’t worry – there are plenty of ways in which you can revamp your wardrobe without breaking the bank. For example, you could visit your local thrift store in search of some hidden gems or shop and sell on Vinted. 

If you aren’t sure where to get started, consider reaching out to a personal shopper or stylist who will be able to provide you with some practical advice. 

ChrissyJ xxx