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8 scientifically proven ways to boost your self-confidence

We scoped out some recent studies to bring you 8 scientifically proven ways to boost your self-esteem…

THE PURSUIT FOR self-esteem has launched hundreds of books, TV shows, and blogs over the past 30 years, all trying to be the definitive source for improving self-confidence.

But science has also gotten in on the action, studying behaviour and media consumption as potential factors for improving our opinions of ourselves.

8 scientifically proven ways to boost your self-confidence
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  • Spend a few minutes on your Facebook wall

  • Go out and get some exercise

  • Create your own digital avatar

  • Don't watch TV…unless you're a white male (and then watch a lot of it!)

  • Spend some time with your dad

  • Start taking piano lessons

  • Live in the United States

  • Learn a new skill in your spare time

Article by Megan Willett and reproduced with permission from Business Insider

Main image: Rob Hainer via Shutterstock

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