At the Optimist Daily, we don’t feel the need to constantly discuss all the things going on in the world today that are causing people to feel anxious. What we do believe, however, is that we can provide some guidance and share self-care practices that can help people curb their … [Read more...] about Here are 4 simple self-care techniques to lower anxiety
Confidence
10 ways to improve self-confidence
Confidence in ourselves helps boost our self-image, excel professionally, and tackle tough situations. As corny as it sounds, believing in yourself is the first step to achieving a goal. Here are 10 ways to boost your self-esteem. Have a positive attitude. Developing an … [Read more...] about 10 ways to improve self-confidence
Self-doubt: When to listen to it—and when to ignore it
Confidence in your abilities can get you through a rough patch and help you move ahead, but there are times when self-doubt can help you avoid making a mistake. The key is in knowing the difference between the doubts that are serving us and those that are holding us back, says … [Read more...] about Self-doubt: When to listen to it—and when to ignore it
Anchoring: the meditation tool that can help you build confidence
Confidence is a positive state of mind centered around your power or ability to be the person you want to be, to do the things you want to do, and to have what you want to have in your life. And although it seems that confidence is something you’re either born with or you aren’t, … [Read more...] about Anchoring: the meditation tool that can help you build confidence
Give your self-esteem a boost with these 5 simple practices
If you think some people are born with high self-esteem and others are not, think again. Self-esteem is a narrative, a story you’ve created in your mind. It’s simply how you’re feeling in the moment, and you have the power within you to shift that feeling. Here are five … [Read more...] about Give your self-esteem a boost with these 5 simple practices