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Go on a Date… with Yourself

It can be dinner, a movie or a whole damn vacation. Doing things alone brings a new level of “I got this” independence. Plus, you don’t have to worry about making small talk and can focus on the important stuff. Like people watching.

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Say No to Something Each Week

Boundaries are about self-preservation, not alienation.

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Dress the Part

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Being confident starts with looking confident. Introducing your new favorite piece of clothing: the off-the-shoulder top. Because nothing conveys self-assuredness more than a tossed back head of hair and a graceful swath of skin accentuating your face.

4

Quit Slouching

It’s not good for your posture and it makes you appear smaller (physically and emotionally). Tip: While sitting at your desk, sit closer to the edge of your chair so you’re less likely to lean back.

5

Go Shopping…

For workout classes. Take advantage of the newcomer discounts at places like Pure Barre, SoulCycle and Orangetheory until you find the one that’s right for you.

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Be Intentional

Take five minutes this morning to set an intention for the day. It could be as strict as eliminating gossip from your daily interactions or as soft as remembering to call Mom.

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Upgrade Your Routine

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Turn your shower into a daily beauty treatment. Swap in Olay Ultra Moisture Body Wash to leave your arms and legs feeling so soft and moisturized you’ll be happy to bare some skin.

8

Compliment Someone

Your coworker’s new haircut is totally chic? Speak up and let her know. Confidence begets confidence.

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Write It Down

Jot down one thing every day that you are proud of—no matter how quotidian. Woke up on time? Successfully avoided the KitKat bowl at work? Check and check.

10

Repeat After Serena

Reiterate this little gem from Serena Williams: “I’m really exciting. I smile a lot, I win a lot and I’m really sexy.”

11

Pick a Language

And try to adopt a few phrases to expand your horizons. Spanish. Italian. Mandarin. Exploration is key. Plus ordering a glass of rosé sounds better when you can do it with a French accent.

12

Take a New Route to Work

Navigating unfamiliar territory will leave you feeling fearless. And you might just discover your new favorite coffee place.

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Update Your Shopping Cart

Buy an item of clothing that’s totally frivolous but makes you smile every time you put it on.

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Aim High

Be the person your barista crush thinks you are.

15

Sign Up for a Podcast

Like “Freakonomics” or “Ask Me Another”, so you’re always in the know.

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Try a Bold Lip Color

Even if you think you can’t pull it off. We guarantee you will receive at least three compliments.

17

Master a New Beauty Trick

Whether it’s a simple way to fix an at-home manicure or going au naturel with a boy brow, a change will do you good.

18

Conquer Your Fears

Do one thing every day that scares you. Scrolling through your ex’s Instagram feed counts.

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Take a Makeup-Free Selfie

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Learn to appreciate all those freckles and smile lines. And if you’re still uneasy, try a mini spa treatment first. Olay Daily Clean 4-In-1 Facial Daily Cloths cleanse like a $100 facial, but won’t break the bank.

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Stop Comparing Yourself

In a world of Kardashians, be anything but a Kardashian.

21

Protect Yourself (from Yourself)

Download the Just Not Sorry widget, a free Gmail plugin that monitors your use of phrases like “Sorry!” and “Does that make sense?” and “I just thought… ” Turns out, what you thought was making you sound polite makes you sound indecisive.

22

Not in the Mood?

It’s totally OK to swap sunglasses for eye contact.

23

Channel Mario Batali

Cook a chef-grade, five-star meal from scratch. Just for you. A DIY version of your go-to pasta dish from your favorite Italian restaurant is way more satisfying when you made it all on your own.

24

Hug a Puppy

Volunteer to walk a dog at your local animal shelter. You’d have to be a monster not to feel better about your day.

25

Beware the Smoke and Mirrors

Stop trying on swimsuits or bras or anything that resembles lingerie in a department store dressing room. Overhead lighting has never helped anyone’s self-confidence. It’s basically why online shopping was invented.

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Set Realistic Goals

And complete them. (Even if that goal consists of a Netflix marathon instead of running an actual marathon).

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Come Bearing Gifts

Need a quick way to win someone over? Say, a client or your future mother-in-law? Bring food. Trust us, it works every time.

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Take a Breather

From social media. No one needs Instagram likes to validate their self-worth.

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Whisper Sweet Nothings

Of all the people on the planet, you talk to yourself the most. Make sure you’re saying the right things.

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And Remember…

Champions aren’t made in the gym. They are made styling curly, frizzy hair when battling 70 percent humidity on a 90-degree day.