Confident Vibes Only

By Guest Writer Zainab Fatima

Picture this: You are really excited today because it's your birthday, and a magician has to come. He stands in front of you and your friends with shaky legs and introduces himself with a trembling voice: “Hello----uh...I am...uh, my name is Lucas...I am...going to...show magic.” Boom! All your excitement is gone.

Feeling confident is the hardest thing to do. Bringing that sense is difficult for many of us. So always start with the easiest things. The important and easy thing you need to do is look confident. Shoulders back, chin slightly up, and avoid fidgeting. Don’t be afraid of presenting yourself confidently. Keep your mind positive about yourself. You just need to be more relaxed, which is going to show how approachable you are. People will start feeling more comfortable with you. Moreover, when you spread out a little, without being overbearing, it signals self-assurance. Make eye contact and smile politely when talking to someone. This will make you look more relaxed and, hence, more confident.

If you can start to look confident, then you can bring that calm sound to your voice, too. Go for intonation and clarity while speaking. Keep your tone steady and use natural rises and falls to

Show your energy and engagement. Maintain the level of volume in your voice. Not too high and not too low. Remember that confident people are never afraid of pausing. These make you sound calm and in control.

When you adopt the look and sound of a confident person, you automatically start to feel confident. Always believe in yourself and silently keep reminding yourself with positive thoughts. Confidence isn’t an ability we’re innately with; it’s a skill we practice. Stand tall, speak with strength, and soon enough you won’t just feel confident—you’ll truly be confident.