With everything that has happened in 2020, most people could not wait to welcome the new year, with the hope that the new year will allow us to start again and work our way back to "normal." Even though this is true in one way or another, the reality is that we will continue from where we left, without much certainty.However, 2020 has come to an end, and it has taught us valuable lessons that will come in handy in 2021. After staying indoors for almost a year with no one else seeing you other than yourself and your immediate family, it is more than likely that you have seen the importance of focusing on the internal rather than the external. This is precisely why 2021 will be the perfect year to reclaim your independence, individuality, and self-confidence.

‍How can you recognize your potential?

‍Life can be challenging, depending on how you look at it. Many things can be affected by others' opinions in our lives, and one of them is our true potential. Recognizing one's full potential requires self-confidence and an understanding that you are good enough.The following are the main ways by which you can build your confidence and uncover your sleeping potential:

·Set a goal to work towards

‍·Make the conscious choice to pursue personal growth

‍·Focus on taking baby steps

‍·Keep a success list

‍·Set your own benchmark (do not compare yourself to others)

‍How can we boost the way that we see ourselves?

‍The way we see ourselves on a global level has a major impact on our lives and the probability of succeeding in whatever we do. Even though no one is born with limitless self-confidence, we can gain it when we put enough time and effort into boosting how we see ourselves.You can build your confidence by doing several things that include but are not limited to:

·Being kind to yourself like you would be kind to others

‍·Visualizing yourself as you want to be

‍·Affirming yourself

‍·Doing one thing that scares you every day

·Keeping in mind that no one is perfect and that mistakes are part of what makes us grow

·Doing the things that make you happy

·Surrounding yourself with supportive friends

Keep in mind that boosting your self-confidence and self-esteem starts within yourself. Once you believe in yourself, others automatically believe in you and whatever you do.

‍What are some of the best ways to express yourself?

‍When you learn to express yourself, you will be able to live a more authentic and fulfilling life. The key to believing in yourself, releasing your emotions, and creating a good life for yourself is learning to express yourself. If you have had trouble expressing yourself in the past, here are some of the things that you should try:

·Listen to the inner you

‍·Acknowledge your emotions

‍·Focus more on how your body reacts to various situations

‍·Own your emotions

‍·Note down your preferred way of expressing yourself

‍·Try to express your feelings in a verbal and productive way

‍·Express yourself creatively, using things like music, writing, dancing, and fashion

‍Where can you get advice on how you feel about yourself?

‍Self-esteem is closely related to self-confidence, and both are a good measure of how you feel about yourself. There are various ways to improve how you feel about yourself, but it all begins with having the right mentality about your self-esteem and confidence.To get such a mentality, you may need some mental support in the form of advice. There are lots of places to get advice on how you feel about yourself, but the most common are:

·From your doctor (the first place that we go when we are unwell)

‍·From a therapist (professionals with the right training and experience to offer complete advice)

‍·From supportive friends and family members (they are close enough and will understand you better)

‍How can you create a positive image of yourself?

‍A positive self-image is a powerful tool for achieving your goals and ambitions. Without a positive image of yourself, you may feel as though you are not good enough, and this can easily make you want to back down from pursuing what you know is right for you.Creating a positive self-image is the first thing you should do when trying to accomplish your goals. The following tips should guide you to thinking better about yourself:

·Avoid criticizing yourself

‍·Whenever you look in the mirror, smile (it can do wonders to your self-image)

‍·Get enough sleep

·Wear clothes that make you feel comfortable

‍·Do the things that interest you, not what others want you to do

‍·Make your hair, wear make-up, and do the things that make you feel happy even if others may not feel the same

‍·Have positive experiences with your body

‍·Accept and love who you are: do not be afraid to be yourself

‍What are the top three things to do when you want to build confidence?

‍Confidence in oneself can make the impossible possible. If you have had confidence issues before, here are the three main things that you can do to boost your confidence:

·Do not compare yourself to others (remember that everyone has their race to run, and that life is not a competition)

‍·Take care of your body

‍·Practice self-compassion

‍·Embrace self-doubt

‍·Do not be afraid of failure (doing so makes you reluctant to do what you believe is right for you)

‍Final thought

‍With the new year beginning, it is time to welcome positive change, and with a new year comes a new you. It would be healthy for anyone to work to gain a little more confidence, gratitude, or spunk in the forthcoming year. Fight insecure feelings about yourself, and work towards feeling more positive and happier about who you are. That way, you can focus on other goals to make you grow and become a better you in 2021.