4. Define yourself.

At some point or another, you’ll need to come to the realisation that you are who you are, and that other people should be able to define you. If someone isn’t happy with who you are, you shouldn’t have to change yourself to make them happy. Just because they have a mould that they think is ideal, doesn’t mean that you need to fit that. Define your own life, and you’ll find yourself not only more confident, but happier too.

5. Set goals you can accomplish.

Goal setting is a great way to improve your confidence, because when you achieve goals you tend to feel pretty good about yourself. Unfortunately, people who aren’t that confident often set themselves unrealistic goals. The best thing you can do is to set yourself lots of small, personal goals that are achievable in the short-term. That way, you get lots of positive achievements to boost your confidence.

6. Treat yourself.

When we feel happy with ourselves, our personal confidence tends to improve as well. What makes you happy will depend entirely on you, but treating yourself is a good place to start. You might want to have a makeover, get your nails done, have a hair cut, buy a nice outfit, get a massage or take yourself out for a nice meal. It’s totally up to you. Give yourself a little fresh start, and you’ll be amazed at the confidence that comes with it.

7. Being engaged in your passion.

Feeling happy in ourselves isn’t just about treating ourselves every now and again. It’s about being passionate about the things we do in our life. Having a hobby, something that you really enjoy and love doing, can boost your confidence. If you’re feeling like your confidence has taken a hit lately, spend some time doing what you enjoy, whether that’s going for a walk, painting, playing a sport or even chatting on the phone.