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Confidence isn’t a trait you’re born with. Its something we build and get better at every day with continuous practice.

But sometimes we need to display confidence at a snap of a finger. Here are some of my favorite psychological tricks to instantly look and feel more confident in front of other people:

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Don't Use Words And Expressions That Make You Sound Unsure

Don't Use Words And Expressions That Make You Sound Unsure

So uuhhm, say what you want to say minus the weak words and expressions like "I think", "I'm not sure" and "in my opinion" for ones that puts you in charge of the thought, and make you come across as more calm and capable.

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Reminisce a Time When You Felt Confident

Reminisce a Time When You Felt Confident

Right before you do something you feel nervous about, try going back to a previous experience where you had an optimal level of energy, focus and achievement.

Replay and review the event in your mind. What were you doing? Who was there? What was the response you got from others? How did you feel when it was over?

Take that positive energy and confidence with you back to the present.

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Get Off Social Media. Right Now!

Get Off Social Media. Right Now!

Confidence comes from believing in yourself, your own abilities, and where you are in your personal journey.

Don’t go on social media when you’re feeling unsure of yourself or when you’re about to do something challenging. Its so easy to fall prey to posts that for the most part do not reflect reality. Comparing yourself to people who are only sharing the “glamorous” side of their lives makes it difficult to clearly see the positive side of yours.

Instead, grab a journal and write about the things you’ve accomplished that you’re proud of.

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Put On Your 'Super Hero Suit'

Put On Your 'Super Hero Suit'

Studies have shown that the clothes we wear can effect our cognitive processes. They can increase our performance and heighten other people’s impressions of us.

Whatever it may be: a dress, a suit, a pair of jeans, or piece of jewelry that makes you feel fabulous and powerful; put it on and transform yourself into the most confident and powerful version of you.

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Jack of all people-related trades, master of none. Majored in Psychology, Customer Service Assoc for a few Years, HR Officer for 4, Manager and ESL Teacher for over 11 yrs now, an artist since birth.

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