C O N F I D E N C E: ClassyBEACH Style (5 Tips) PART II
Hey gorgeous! And welcome to the final part of my CONFIDENCE Series...can it be a series if there's only two parts?... Its Part II and that means I've got 5 more seriously great tips on how to improve and unleash the unapologetic and uninhibited confidence that's inside all of us! Stop being the docile handmaiden, take the throne, and be the Queen.
Nothing wrong if being docile is your thing. Do you, girl. But for those who'd rather not, then keep reading.
1. FIND WHAT YOU LOVE AND MASTER IT
This can be anything! From learning a new skill, a life hack, improvement in a fitness class, to big things like mastering a way of doing something at work, or changing your career and being f*cking boss at that too. It's about honing in what you know you really love, sticking with it and being the very best you can be at that one thing.
Like most young women, it took me some time to find myself (still am) and even longer to figure out and focus in on what I loved to do most. Sometimes it is something you didn't know you would become passionate about, or something you never tried before. If this is you, then see tip numero dos!
2. TRY SOMETHING YOU'VE BEEN AFRAID TO DO
Life is about taking chances. One of the foundations of life itself, is chance. It is by pure chance that you even exist. Not only that, but it's pure chance that you even exist as a human being! Now that's some deep sh*t when you think about it.
So keeping that in mind, why would you want to spend the life you were given not trying anything new? Something you've been afraid of but always wanted to try. The fact that wanting to try this new thing scares you so much, means you should probably give it a shot.
There is so much more to gain than to lose. You will gain insight into your own internal tolerances, potentially discover a new talent or spark a new passion. Most of all, your confidence is going to blast through the whole damn roof, completely destroying all the walls of doubt you had before!.....
I like puns, OKAAAAY???.....But I know you saw what I did there.
3. STOP BEING AFRAID TO ASK FOR WHAT YOU WANT
Don't ask and you shall NOT receieve.
There's definitely an art that comes with being demanding, in the classiest way. No one wants to listen to someone just list off the things that they want casually, because then they just sound like an entitled b*tch.
No! This is about approaching what you want out of life with a confident, forward attitude. A sense of command. Be the woman who knows what she wants (not what she thinks she should get), knows her worth and can comfortably state what she deserves.
Stop settling and taking less than what you're worth because you're afraid of sounding greedy or being judged for your ambitions. SPEAK UP! This goes for how someone might be treating you, your expectations at work or making a business deal.
You'll be surprised at how much more respect you will gain and how much your confidence will get a boost.
4. TRY AND BE MORE OUTSPOKEN WITH YOUR PERSPECTIVES AND OPINIONS
Mentioning respect, even if someone doesn't agree with you; most of the time, they will at least respect the fact that you have a different perspective. Seeing things differently is part of what makes you unique.
It shows that you know yourself and are confident enough within yourself to stick with your views, not falter or change your mind when faced with confrontation; but you are also open to learning. Say what you're really feeling, what you're really feeling, even if you're afraid. Own that sh*t.
5. START COMPARING YOURSELF...TO YOURSELF
You heard right! Compare yourself to your own damn self. See the good things about yourself, both physically and parts of your personality. Take time to point out; not the bad things, but the things you want to improve. This isn't about beating yourself up or finding things that are wrong with you. It is about making the conscious decision to work towards being the very best version of yourself, within yourself.
Beat the competition, which is you! Strive to be your personal best. No one else's.
...To conclude...
Applying even 2 or 3 of these tips from both blog posts can and will dramatically improve your confidence and self assurance. Every Boss B*tch knows that confidence is the best secret-not-so-secret weapon of any powerful woman on a mission.
Kisses and Sea Breeze,
Theresa