The greatest test of courage on the earth is to bear defeat without losing heart.
R. G. Ingersoll
Confidence is something iv always struggled with because I suppose I look "different' sitting in cafes or restaurants and your husband feeding you every bite because you cant reach up to feed your self, people staring ( iv gotten used to this) or I just don't pay attention, I try not go in to over crowded places to eat as it makes me very self conscious, I might come across confident but every one has their own insecurities.
This week in particular was a difficult one for me, loss of mobility is very frustrating and mentally draining, not only does it effect me in obvious ways, but also coming to terms with the loss is almost like grieving and so challenging.
Here are various things to help gain happiness & confidence, that help me throughout the day, every day ;
- Getting out of bed & getting dressed - Choosing clothes that make you feel most comfortable and that you feel great in, will make you feel like you could take on the world.
2. Planning outfits for my week ahead really is my outlet, makes me feel calm and takes my mind off whatever is troubling me.
3. Doing your hair - This probably sounds so silly, but when my hair is done my confidence blossoms, Thanks to my husband mike for curling it every time.
4. A great pair of shoes
5. A Fabulous smile
6. Take more risks and have courage - I have, Scary and daunting but gives you the confidence boost you need.
7. Reading - Inspirational quotes or the bible
8. Surround your self with people who 'get' you and lift your mood whenever you need a helping hand.
If your having a bad day or you feel like your losing heart, read something life changing do something totally different, out of your comfort zone, trust me you will feel amazing afterwords and you will think to yourself why was I so afraid?
Have a great evening
Zoe x
Hello lovely!!💙 Read this earlier and really understood where you were coming from!! 💙 I always felt it was wrong to worry about how I looked but it gives me confidence and makes me feel I can face anything!! My hair is what I always want to be right and if that is then it's all going to be fine!! 😂 Though (and this is the same as you not looking for sympathy) there are days I can't look at myself in a mirror I hate myself so much.....those are tough days and they do pass..... I always think I'm too old to feel like that I should get over it but your mind and body and yours but we don't have much say in what they do to us or make us feel as you can attain to more then anyone!! So whatever we can do to make us feel good we should always do!! Love and hugs always beautiful lady 💙
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