In this century it could be hard to have confidence in yourself. You could be self concious about what others think of your body, your hair, your personality, any thing really. However, you shoudn't care about that. You need to be confident in yourself and in what you do. No matter what anyone says that shouldn't change.
When it comes to things like this, it is important to stay in control of your body. You shouldn't change for anyone else, and you shouldn't let anyone let you feel uncomfortable. It is your body, and you do what you want with it. You control your body, how you feel, and what you do. Dont let other people effect that.
Whatever you decide to do with your body, make sure its for you and only you. Make sure that its what makes you comfortable and happy. You never want to change to please someone else. If you want to be fit and healthy, then that should be your choice. Never do something that makes everyone else happy, but you. You should always feel happy, free, and confident in your own skin.
When your happy and comfortable, don't be afraid to show it off a bit. Your happy with yourself, and you should be able to present that. Don't feel afraid to wear that swimsuit you want so badly, because it makes you happy and you like it. Don't be afraid of what other people will say about your weight, height, or anything else. Who are they to judge?
People could be the most confident about their appearance, but that doesn't matter when you have no self esteem. Your personality is part of what makes you who you are. If you like sports or like math, then do what you enjoy despite what others think.
To help boost your confidence, you can write a list of things you like and dislike about yourself. Now tear up the dislikes and only look at the likes. Embrace those things. You can also look up to people who are happy, kind, and inspire you. Not bring you down. One last thing you can try, is to spend some time with people who love you for you, and don't want you to change or be just like them.
Yes, its true. This is better said then done. Its hard to complete and people will always struggle with confidence. Whats important is that you are alive and here today. And you have a heart, your breathing and living. That's what should matter. You should be happy and grateful for that. Live your life how you want to and ignore and delete the rude comments people make.
Oh and remember this. Your Beautiful.