 Believe in yourself, and you'll achieve the things you want. That black bell in karate, being noticed by that special person, graduating in cum laude. If you believe in yourself, you can accomplish anything, or so they say. But what does self-confidence actually mean? And how do you get it? Self-confidence means viewing yourself in a positive light, and standing up for yourself. Living in what you do, and being convinced you can do it. It means taking charge of your own life. If you believe in yourself, you'll persevere when things get tough. You'll be better at handling criticism, and dealing with adversity and change. Useful skills in any situation. Do you want to be more confident? Start small. Say yes to the party invitation you were too nervous to accept. Or take those first steps towards the gym. And your confidence will grow. Want more tips? Click here.