Self-belief and inner strength are valuable allies on life’s journey. Part of this powerful journey is realizing one’s own worth and embracing one’s individuality. This call for self-affirmation promotes a mindset that rejects outside validation in favor of an unyielding belief in one’s own abilities, encouraging people to be their own champions. People can start down the path to resilience and self-love by finding their inner beauty, acknowledging their worth, and developing a positive internal dialogue.
- Believe in yourself and your capabilities. You are a unique individual, and you don’t need anyone’s validation that you can and will make it in life.
- Be your own cheerleader. Always say affirmative words like “I can make it.” “I will make it.” “I will not be defeated.” “I refuse to fail.” “I am not a failure.” “I am beautiful just the way I am.” “I am a unique being; I am different.” “I am a hero.” “I am fearfully and wonderfully made by God; I am the image of God.” “I am more than a conqueror; I am an overcomer.” “I will be happy; I deserve the best,” etc.
- Build your confidence and understand that your physical appearance matters the least; what matters most is who you are inside. Recognize that it is okay not to be the most beautiful, the most loved, the smartest, or the person everyone wants to be with. Accept yourself for who you are, strive to be better, and be grateful and thankful.
- Don’t be too critical of yourself. Understand that everybody is gifted differently and recognize that others may be better than you at something; you win some and you lose some. What is most important is to always do your best.
- Engage in group activities; that way, it would be easier to meet people, mingle with your peers, and make friends. Join the Boys or Girls Scouts, school clubs, religious activities, other social activities, etc.
- Be a cheerful and good person, be helpful, and treat people nicely. That way, it would be easier to make good and loyal friends, and you’d be able to keep them too.
- Learn to communicate and speak your mind. Say what bothers you and how you really feel. Don’t always stay silent and crawl into your shell. Speak out when people hurt your feelings; let them know they are hurting you with their words and actions. Then, if they don’t stop, report them to a higher authority. If nothing is done, just try to avoid them. That, too, shall pass.
In conclusion, a conscious commitment to constructive self-talk, self-acceptance, and genuine communication is necessary on the path to self-empowerment and confidence. People can create an unbreakable foundation for overcoming obstacles in life by constantly repeating affirmations and embracing their uniqueness. A happy and meaningful existence is facilitated by embracing one’s unique traits, speaking out against negativity, and engaging in group activities for social interaction. With this all-encompassing perspective, the trip becomes about more than simply self-discovery; it also becomes about making important relationships and changing the world for the better. Recall that you are a real hero in your own story and not just a participant in life if you embrace your authenticity and act as your own cheerleader.
For children to learn more about how to overcome low self-esteem and build their confidence, you can read my children’s book titled ‘My Very Big Head’
A story that teaches about self-love, self-esteem, and acceptance.
Handsome Cletus had the biggest head in his class. His classmates, and especially a class bully named Toby, taunted him, and that made him really sad. His big head almost succeeded in affecting his self-esteem negatively, but for the timely intervention of his observant mother. She taught him to love, accept, and appreciate himself just the way he was and to look beyond his physical attributes. At the end, the whole class learned that, indeed, in life, our physical appearance matters the least; what matters most is who we are inside.
Tweens and teenagers can also read my novel titled ‘Colours of the Rainbow’, a story about Ada, a young and decent girl who was inundated with challenges. Like most young people, she wasn’t prepared for the degree of obstacles and suffering with which she was faced.
The distressful loss of her father in an accident was closely accompanied by the dreadful claws of a wicked “Lagos aunt,” who would stop at nothing to make her life miserable. Furthermore, her engagement with the formidable clique in her school on the battlefield of economic status drilled holes in her already worn armour.
This captivating book teaches the irrefutable fact that success has no respect for ethnographic boundaries, economic class, religious stratification, sexual dichotomy or enduring ancestry, and it encourages everyone to face all challenges, aspire for greatness, and press on till their life goals are realized.
