5 Ways You Can Be Confident

3 min readDec 26, 2023

Confidence is an important aspect of our life. No matter which profession you are in, or what your age is, you need confidence to get through. It is an important attribute of all of our lives. However, while some people seem to exude confidence effortlessly, it’s essential to understand that confidence is a skill that can be developed and nurtured. Here are three effective strategies to help you boost your self-assurance, as said by the one and only Zakir Khan.

1. Positive affirmations

Positive affirmations can work on you as good as a healthy, high-protein breakfast. You need to remind yourself everyday that you are good at it, that you can get through this day. Take the time to reflect on your strengths that make you unique. Identify areas where you excel and acknowledge your accomplishments, no matter how small they may seem. Create a list of positive affirmations that reflect your strengths and repeat them regularly. And that is what will make you confident in the long run. You will gain that strength in yourself slowly.

2. Be kind to yourself

Self-criticism is a good thing as long as it is within limit. It will help you to stay motivated on some days but on others it might just make you lose your confidence. And that is why you need to be kind to yourself. Sometimes things would go wrong even when you have tried everything and that is okay. Just because you have failed previously, does not mean you will fail again. And not everything is in your hands. So be kind to yourself, give yourself time to heal and begin with new vigor. That will boost your confidence. Have no mental baggage of past failed experiences or of expectations.

3. Step out of your comfort zone

Have you ever wondered why we lose confidence? It often happens when we encounter something that feels beyond our grasp. The key is not to let it stay that way. You must step out of your comfort zone. Facing unfamiliar situations can be intimidating, but it provides an opportunity for growth and self-discovery. You should start with small steps, slowly expanding your base. As you confront challenges and overcome obstacles, you’ll gain a sense of achievement and resilience that contributes to your overall confidence.

4. Set goals for yourself

Set small goals for yourself, on a daily or weekly basis. Once you have achieved them, write them somewhere. That would help you gain confidence. On bad days, you may want to look into that diary and see how far you have come. And that would act as a booster of confidence for you.

5. Practicing gratitude

You have to have a positive outlook on life in general. You cannot let yourself be pessimistic, even if things are not going well, You need to find that silver lining. So, instead of focusing on why this is happening to me, maybe focus on what you can do to not repeat this in future. Be grateful to your friends and family and most importantly yourself, so that you do not have negativity building up inside you, pulling you down.

Confidence is a charismatic quality that can be cultivated through intentional effort and self-reflection. Start small, be patient with yourself, and watch as your confidence flourishes over time.

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