Say you got laid off from work. “The jump from ‘I lost my job’ to ‘I’m a loser’ not only damages your self-confidence now, but impacts the choices you make in the future," says Patel.

Helping Your Six-Year-Old Develop Independence and Self-Confidence Helping Your Six-Year-Old Develop Independence and Self-Confidence Teach kids to reframe their thoughts by countering negative ...

"Liking yourself and appreciating your good qualities always leads to self-confidence. If you're struggling with self-acceptance and focusing on the positive is hard for you, reach out to your ...