If you have trouble with self-confidence, then doing something completely new and different probably doesn't exactly excite you. Well, it's time to be brave and venture forth to do something you never expected to do. This could be introducing yourself to a new group of people at a party, signing up for a dance class though you have two left feet, or applying for a job that sounds fantastic but overwhelming. The more you get into the habit of trying new things, the more secure you'll feel, because you'll get the sense that you can handle any curve ball life may throw at you. Here are some other great ways to embrace the unknown:  Start small. Strike up a conversation with someone you see a lot but never talk to, such as the guy who sits next to you in math class or your neighbor. Plan a trip to a new place, even if it's just a city 50 miles (80 km) away from your hometown. Get in the habit of going new places and seeing new things. Try your hand at learning a foreign language. Doing something that feels completely unfamiliar to you is fun and can build your confidence. Taking (reasonable) risks is related to embracing the unknown and asserting yourself as an individual. If you want to be more self-confident, then you have to not only try new things, but you have to be up for doing something that feels a little bit scary or uncertain to you. Not every risk you take will lead to something great, but it will get you into the habit of putting yourself out there and seeing what happens. Taking risks will make you feel like you aren't confined to the small set of things you already feel comfortable with and that you are capable of anything.  Step out of your comfort zone at least once a day. This could mean talking to your crush -- or even asking him or her out, if you've worked up the courage! If you're unhappy at work but feel afraid to leave, try applying to just one job. Even if nothing comes of it, you'll see that the risk you took wasn't all that scary. Confront your fear, while you're at it. While you don't have to bungee jump if you're afraid of heights, you can take an elevator to the top of a ten-story building and look out a window. You'll see that you really can overcome whatever is holding you back. Maintaining positive influences can be even more beneficial to building your self-confidence than cutting out negative influences. If you spend a lot of time with people who are supportive and offer stress- and drama- free social support, you will benefit by feeling more confident about yourself and dealing with your emotions more effectively. Make a habit of spending as much time with people who treat you well as you can. Hanging out with people who are self-confident can also be a big help. Instead of being jealous of those people, study them and ask yourself, "What do they do differently than me, and how can I cultivate a similar manner?" You'll find that the people who are confident aren't necessarily "better" than you in anything -- except having a positive outlook about themselves. Having something that you’re good at—or better yet, passionate about—can help you feel well-rounded and happier.  This can give you a boost in confidence.  Having a hobby can stimulate your creativity, which translates to other situations such as the workplace and your social interactions as well. Furthermore, a hobby can help cultivate the social support that is beneficial to your emotional well-being. Be sure that you allow yourself to set aside time for your hobby or activity that makes you happy.  This can be difficult for people who have a lot of work or familial commitments, but it is important. Stand up tall; having great posture can go a long way in making you appear and feel more confident. If you slouch all the time, that's sending yourself and the people around you a signal that you're not happy with who you are and want to be smaller than you appear to be. Instead, keep your back straight and your shoulders pulled back with your chest out.  Don't cross your arms over your chest, either. Keep them at your sides or use them to gesture. This will make you look more approachable and to feel more open. Make natural eye contact when you talk to people. If you look people in the eye, that's sending a message that you're comfortable talking to them on an even level, and that you're open to new ideas. Making eye contact with people can also help you keep your head up. Looking down at the ground or at your feet all the time is another thing that can make you both look and feel less confident.  You should also walk with strong, confident strides instead of shuffling or dragging your feet.  This will help you look and feel more confident as well. If you spend enough time on your appearance to show that you care about yourself, you will see that you'll start to view yourself more positively. If you want to be more self-confident, then you should make sure to practice good hygiene, to shower daily, to comb your hair, and to wear clothes that are clean and free of wrinkles. If you don’t care for your physical appearance, you’re communicating to yourself and others that you do not feel as though you are worth the time it takes to practice self-care.  If you look in the mirror and see a person who is well-groomed, you'll be much more likely to value yourself. Wear clothes that make you feel good about yourself. This likely means clothing that fits you (at your current size) and has a flattering look that fits with your personality. This doesn't mean you should put on a ton of makeup or wear clothes that make you feel like you're being someone else. You should always be yourself -- just a clean, hygienic version of yourself.
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