With all of this extra time spent at home, it can be easy to be hard on ourselves and focus on our flaws rather than our positive traits.
Maybe you aren’t where you’d like to be in life and it’s getting you down but please recognize that this is a taxing time for everyone. Instead of beating yourself up, take care of your mental and physical well-being so you become more confident and motivated to reach your goals.
The first step to self-care is finding your groove. Keep reading to find ideas to implement into your own self-care regimen and boost your self-confidence.
Look In The Mirror
Every morning, look in the mirror and smile at yourself. Believe it or not, the simple gesture of smiling at yourself can make you feel happier and help you start the day on a positive note. On top of smiling, you can even practice mindfulness by either using affirmations or saying out loud what you’re grateful for.
If you’re not sure where to start, check out an affirmations book to help you find encouraging phrases that really resonate with you. By starting each day with an open heart and being kind to yourself, you’ll find that this energy spills into other areas of your life throughout the day.
These simple notions are a great way to quickly prepare yourself for what lies ahead and create the mindset that you can do anything as you’ve already reminded yourself of how great you are.
Take Care of Your Hair and Skin
It’s no secret that as we age our appearance can start to dwindle due to stress and lack of time for ourselves. However, this doesn’t have to be the case. Make it a point to establish a hair and skincare routine that you can stick with because the truth is, these practices aren’t just for the ladies.
Start by locating any problematic areas on your skin, like your back or forehead. Then look into a skincare routine that will clear up these spots. It can be tricky at first, so don’t be afraid to seek professional help from a dermatologist to start.
Once you know your skin, it’ll be easier to maintain a fresh glow, and this can instantly boost your confidence. Plus, treating yourself to a nice facial cleanse every day is an instant relaxer.
Next, examine your hair. It’s normal to lose some of your hair over time, especially as we get older and start to experience more stressful situations in life. Luckily, there are numerous ways to get your hair back and feel like your confident young self again.
There are topical treatments like Minoxidil that can help treat hair loss in men, as well as oral treatments or shampoos. Find what’s best for you and give it a try. The combination of clearer skin and fuller hair will put you back on top of your work and dating game in no time.
Manifest Your Dream Life
Remember when you were a kid and you would look out the window and daydream during class? You might not have known it at the time, but you were probably fantasizing about the life you have today. Manifestation is the act of envisioning the things that you want in life and picturing yourself in the situation.
This is also known as the law of attraction and the practice is a great way to motivate yourself to achieve your visions. Seeing yourself live out your dream will aid in boosting your confidence because you’ll be able to make a plan and know what you need to do to accomplish what you want from life.
It may sound daunting and a little weird at first but start by writing down your goals and take the time each morning or night to manifest what it will look like when they pan out. Eventually, this will become your reality if you remain positive, stay humble, and work hard.
Schedule Me-Time
This is the most important and changed my life forever, make time for yourself to enjoy the things you love. Whether that be playing a round of golf, reading your favorite book, or going for a run, invest time in what makes you happy and what makes you feel good.
Taking time for yourself will also give you the opportunity to be with your thoughts and help you get to know yourself better. Before you can be with anyone else, you need to know who you are and what you want. Some people think time alone is selfish, but in reality, it is essential in order to stay sane and remain focused.
Don't be afraid to try new activities and indulge in the good things life has to offer.