While it may seem that way, confidence isn’t something you should have to fake. In fact, there are numerous steps that you can take to enhance your confidence this fall so that you feel like the best version of yourself throughout the autumnal season and beyond!

Update your skincare routine. Upgrading your skincare routine is a great way to boost your confidence, as it can bring you one step closer to achieving model-radiant skin. This is particularly important during the autumn/winter months, as you’re much more likely to deal with dry skin during this time due to changes in the weather.

Despite popular misconception, you do not need to spend a fortune on high-end creams and serums to achieve natural, glowing skin either. Instead, you should focus on building a small collection of skincare essentials that target any issues you may be dealing with, such as hormonal acne or dryness.

Upgrade your wardrobe. When you look good, you feel good, which is why upgrading your wardrobe with the latest fall outfits is one of the easiest ways to elevate your confidence this fall. Whether you’re wrapping up warm in chunky knitwear or searching for the perfect pair of boots, finding clothes that you love (and that fit comfortably) will help you take your confidence to the next level.

Start exercising more often. Exercising more often is a great way to boost your confidence. For example, not only can it help you to lose weight or gain muscle, but it can also have a remarkably positive impact on your mentality. For example, it encourages you to respect your body for all of its strengths, meaning you’re less likely to think critically of yourself moving forward. This, in turn, can help you to rebuild your confidence!

There are many different ways in which you can reintroduce exercise into your routine. This means that if you aren’t ready to start going to the gym, you aren’t out of options. For example, you could keep things simple by going for a daily walk or working out at home.

Take a break from social media. According to a recent study, “40% of adults feel less confident about their appearance due to social media.” As such, if you feel as though your self-esteem dwindles with every swipe – you aren’t alone. However, this is something that you can control by treating yourself to a social media detox. While this can be hard at first, especially if you’re guilty of mindlessly scrolling when you have nothing else to do, you’ll soon notice the benefits!

However, you can also ensure that your social media habits arne’t harming your confidence and self-esteem by curating a feed full of positivity. For example, by unfollowing the celebrities and influencers who make you feel bad about yourself, the content you see on social media will be markedly less triggering.

It’s also important to be mindful of the fact that we only post our best moments on social media – which means we often look confident in our posts, even if we do not strictly feel that way.