Love Yourself
When it comes to discovering your own sense of style and fashion, it can be a difficult process. A lot of things can get in the way of us learning to be comfortable in our own skin, after all. So if you're feeling nervous or a bit down that you're still figuring things out, don't worry. Here are five tips to help speed up the process.
1) Practice Neutral Self-Talk
Don't be hard on yourself! Harsh criticism and talking down on yourself only makes you stressed and forces you to develop a negative image of yourself. Step one to feeling comfortable in your own skin is to love it! By practicing neutral self-talk that's fair and free of unnecessary insults, you reduce stress and feel more empowered.
2) Choose Clothing That Supports Your Day
It's true what they say; you only feel as good as the clothes that you wear. It's not about dressing up or impressing others, it's about wearing clothes that feel comfortable and more importantly, feel like you.
3) Figure Out Your Own Style
Sometimes, feeling out of place simply stems from not understanding what you like just yet. If you're still figuring out your personal style, that's okay! Give yourself time to discover what works for you. Because when you find it, you'll feel comfortable in ways you never knew was possible.
4) Reduce Comparison Triggers
The more you compare yourself to others, whether it's your appearance, your clothes, your hair, or whatever, the more you start being harsh on yourself. You should never want to be anyone else but yourself, so learn to stop comparison triggers before they start.
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5) Don't Listen To Social Media
Social media can be a great place, but it can also be harmful, particularly when it comes to self-confidence. Don't let those photoshopped images or trends define what is beautiful to you. You get to choose what feels right for yourself, so don't let others get in the way of that.
