Find out if you have self-confidence
If you have high self-confidence, you will agree with the following statements:
- I am eager to learn new things.
- I take pride in doing a good job and being a nice person.
- I can handle criticism without being too emotional.
- I know what things I am good at, and those that I’m not.
- It is okay if I win or if I lose.
- Before I do something, I usually think “I can do it.”
- I like to try to do things without help but, I don’t mind asking for help if I really need it.
- I like myself.
Does this sound like you? If some of the items in this checklist sound like you, that’s good… you’re developing self-confidence! Remember to tell yourself everyday that you are a capable person!
Find out if you have low self-confidence
If you have low self-confidence, you might agree with the following statements:
- I do not like to try new things.
- I can’t do anything right.
- If my friends criticize me, or if my teacher corrects a lot on my homework, I get very upset.
- I don’t know what I am good at.
- I have a hard time meeting new people or making friends.
- I am embarrassed to ask a question or speak up in class.
- Before I do something, I may think “I can’t do it.”
- I don’t like to try new things unless someone shows me how to do it first.
- I don’t like myself.
If many or all of these items sound like you, it will be helpful for you to work on raising your self-confidence. Try these steps…..
Try these steps to boost your self-confidence
- Think positive thoughts about yourself! Focus on your strengths – not your weaknesses. Realise that you are better at some things than others.
- Set realistic goals. This means not setting goals too high or too low, but at a level you know you can reach. Then, you can always strive to do better than your goal.
- Give yourself credit when you reach a goal and praise yourself when you have done well.
- Learn to be assertive – express your thoughts, opinions, needs, and feelings openly – but without abusing others’ rights.
- Don’t compare yourself to others - remember, you’re just fine the way you are! Practice positive body language. Walk tall, don’t slump. When your body says “I can” everyone will believe you can.
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