Torn between so many every-day duties, bit by bit we begin dissolving and we no longer recognize the image reflecting in the mirror. The image of ourselves as self-confident, attractive and unique individuals becomes whispers in your heads whilethe confidence of other women shout to you that you've lost yourself in the maze of life.
Honestly, life is an every-day adventure no matter how successful you are, how large or small of a family your juggling, if you're single or married, we ladies need check-ups. In our everyday endeavors to show ourselves as powerful and equal women, we have stopped taking care of ourselves and thinking about what our creature comforts are.
You don`t have to wait till New Year`s Eve to make a life-changing decision, and you don't have to dispose of your present life. There are many simple ways to make you feel better, and you can start doing them right now. Maybe it`s the end of the work week. Have you finished your weekly tasks and completed a to-do list? You have? Great! Let's enjoy the weekend and leave Monday for Monday.
Decide right now, and stick to that decision, that Sunday is going to be a day just for you. It doesn`t have to be the whole day, take only the afternoon off. Turn on your favorite song or album; you know that one which always brings a smile to your face. Maybe it evokes the memory of a crazy summer with your girls or that perfect weekend with your husband or partner. Pour yourself a glass of wine and let's go!
Today, you`ve decided to do something for yourself. Go to your closet and choose ten of your favorite articles of clothing or accessories. If you don`t have ten, it`s not a problem. Just gather as many things you have that make you feel amazing when you wear them. It`s time to get them out of the closet. Remember that skirt that fits you perfectly, but you`ve stopped wearing it because you think it`s not appropriate for your age? Put it on. Or maybe those gorgeous thigh-high boots you've been avoiding because they slow your day down. Yes, we know how difficult it is to run between meetings in slingbacks, but count them in, too. Any shirt, blazer, necklace, or fancy bracelet you bought months ago that still have the tags, dust them off.
So what's the point of all this? You don`t need to have a stylist, to be in fashion or spend your money on buying a new wardrobe to get a refreshed and confident look. These clothing items and accessories in front of you are your armor, and from this point on you are going to use them every day. Of course, not all at the same time, but pick one item for every day. Why? Because they make you feel good, and you wouldn`t believe, but dressing for success actually does work. Many studies have shown that smart dressing makes us feel confident, and as a result, we`ll start acting more confident too.
If you decide to make an effort about the way you dress, you`ll start feeling good about yourself. So, stop copying what fashion magazines tell us or comparing yourself to other women. You are enough! Be you, but that confident and good-looking you with the beautiful smile. You don`t need approval from anyone else; you`ll start feeling the difference soon. And believe me, there is nothing more attractive than a confident woman who is aware of all her flaws, strengths and worth.