5 Confidence-Building Things You Can Do To Live Your Best Life
Leah McMillan
Published September, 29, 2022
Work on Your Finances
Your finances can be a major source of stress in your life, and you, like so many, may suffer a few setbacks caused by the pandemic. Start looking for ways to save and better your financial situation. For example, you might consider refinancing your home to decrease the equity and get some much-needed cash. Decreasing your monthly mortgage payment allows you to find more efficient ways to spend that money.
Make a Career Change
Is your career a significant source of stress in your life? Maybe work relationships damage your self-esteem or cause you to question your abilities. It could be time to start thinking about a change. Forget answering to another person and become your own boss by starting a business. Once you come up with an idea, get organized with a formal business plan. It should include a summary of the company and what you plan to do with it. Also include details about the products or services you’ll provide and how you plan to structure the business. Make some financial projections and funding recommendations you can present to investors.
Start a New Fitness Routine
It’s easy to give up on an exercise routine when it becomes monotonous. The best thing you can do to keep the momentum going is to change it up often. If you enjoy the gym, alternate your routine. If you prefer to work out in the fresh air, go hiking, walk, or use the outdoor gym at a local park. Take classes in a form of exercise you’ve never tried before, such as yoga or pilates. Research shows that yoga can relieve stress, improve general wellness, help you quit smoking, and aid in weight loss.
Take a Self-Care Vacation
If you need something drastic to jump-start your self-care journey, go on a mini-vacation. Spend a weekend at the spa, relaxing and enjoying some much-needed pampering. Invite someone you enjoy spending time with and see the sites in a new environment. You’ll come back with a fresh, invigorated feeling to help motivate you.
Talk to a Mental Health Professional
When you find it difficult to get out of a funk, waste no time trying to go through it alone. Reach out to a therapist to talk through your problems and be open and honest. If you think you may need medical intervention, you can schedule a telehealth appointment with a psychiatrist through an online service same-day through most providers.
Building your confidence can take time. Remember to be patient and stay flexible. Appreciate the small changes as you see them happening, and reward yourself when you take a big step. After all, the core of confidence is self-love.
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Leah McMillan
“It’s a tale as old as time. Leah McMillan was taking on too much, saying “yes” to everything and everyone, running herself ragged, while also trying to be the best mom/partner/daughter/friend she could be. Eventually, she was running on fumes. Then, the pandemic hit. And while there were a few dicey weeks for her and her family at the beginning, she found being out of her normal “life-nado” helped her slow down and start to find her voice again. And with that voice, she started to say NO. She set boundaries, focused on spending quality time with her loved ones (even if it had to be virtual), and made her health and her family’s health her priority. Does she still have some hot mess days? Sure, but they’re definitely less frequent than they used to be. She hopes her website will inspire others to step back, take stock, and make positive life changes.”