If you take care of your inside it will radiate on the outside. It is not about looking like a super model but having a healthy lifestyle. If you take care of yourself physically and mentally it will show on the outside. Do you know someone who does not fit society’s standard for beauty; yet their confidence and energy make them attractive? Do you know someone who does fit society’s standard for beauty, but they lack confidence and you can discern they have a negative view of themselves? What is the difference between the two people? One person has learned how to feel good about themselves. When you feel good about yourself it shows.

How do you feel good about yourself? You may feel people have damaged your self-esteem; however, we can be our worst critics. You do not have to agree with the negative words people have spoken about you. Do not participate with their negativity. Practice positive self-talk. Use positive self-talk to let go of any negativity, doubt, bitterness or self-pity that may have taken hold of you. Forgive yourself for past mistakes. Acknowledge that it is okay to love you. You may have imperfections, so what. Do not let family, friends, co-workers, the mirror or society determine your self-worth.

Do not focus on external things for your self-esteem. Focus on living a healthy lifestyle by making it a priority. Think positive about yourself. Spend time around positive people who can reinforce positivity in your life. Eat healthy, exercise, and get your rest. Concentrate on the inside and watch it manifest on the outside.