Tips to Gain Confidence When You Feel You’re Not Enough

We all go through times when we feel inferior to others.

Days when we score really low on a test or get one of the smallest roles in the school play can ultimately make us feel like we're not good enough, but we don't deserve to feel that way.

Keep scrolling for how to overcome those negative feelings and get back on the road to being your best self.

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Fake It 'Til You Make It

We know, this is much easier said than done. The truth is that every person on earth has insecurities and flaws, and no one is superior to you. That's right, even the most confident person you know feels less-than sometimes. So start acting like someone with lots of confidence, and eventually it will become the norm!

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Cry It Out

It's okay to throw yourself a pity party. Acknowledge your feelings of sadness with a good cry sesh. Here's the key: Once you've gotten all the tears out, dry your eyes and get ready to conquer the world. You'll definitely feel better after you accept the sadness and let it all out!

 

Work Hard

It's hard not to be jealous of someone's natural talent. Your best friend may sing like an angel without having one lesson, or your sibling may ace every test despite having barely studied. Just because things don't come quite as easily for you doesn't mean you can't absolutely crush it with a little practice. Pick something you'd love and make it yours!

 

Once you've gotten your confidence back, it's time to take control of your life. Learn how to end a toxic friendship HERE.

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