1.) smile

Curl one corner of your mouth than the other in an upwards fashion.

2.) walk tall & confident

Accept that others will take notice – it’s okay!  This will give you a chance to practice smiling.

3.) laugh a lot

Lighten your heart.  Laughter activates your body and breath which brings oxygen to the brain.

4.) wear what makes you feel good

Whether its cowboy boots and your favorite T, sweats & sneaks or uptown chic, being true to yourself makes you confident in who you are and what you have to share with the world.

5.) move your body

Run — skip — jump — dance — stretch — play!

6.) exercise your mind

Read, meditate, create.  Ask questions!  Be open to learning and growing.

7.) invest in friendships

Build your team.  Surround yourself with people who inspire you, people you trust, and people you respect and love (and those who share it in return).

8.) make eye contact

Allow yourself to really communicate and connect when talking with others.  You may see things you didn’t notice before about that person or learn something about yourself.  Don’t worry; it’s safe to let your guard down and allow yourself to be seen at the same time.

9.) give

Share your time and talents with those who could benefit from it.   This should re-energize you not deplete you.  Find your balance.

10.) be kind to yourself and others

We all have goals and time lines and are going through different experiences/challenges – be compassionate with yourself and others on this journey. 

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1. 

   Shelly says:

   February 16, 2011 at 10:26 pm

   Thank you. I needed this.
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   Nina says:

   February 17, 2011 at 1:42 am

   A lot of wisdom here. It’s amazing, for how long I’ve been living, that I am still learning to feel comfortable in my own skin, rather than trying to fit a “mold.” But to ultimately be okay with who I am, is really the only way I can reach my full potential.
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   MakieDoll says:

   February 19, 2011 at 2:38 am

   Agreed Nina. I guess it is part of our life’s work – to accept and love the gift God gave us (ourselves!) Our mind, body, personality, talents, challenges – everything! Believe me, I’m working on it every day. Good to hear from you!
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   Brianna says:

   February 22, 2011 at 1:02 pm

   I love how easy it would be to do these things, and how much of a difference if would make in our lives if we did them all!