Confidence for soph year.

Aug 6, 2015

Katie O.

I'm going to be a sophomore this year and I was wondering if anyone had any tips on how to stay confident in my self throughout the year.

Aug 6, 2015

Maddie M.

Hang out it's the right people. If they make you feel sad in any way, they are not right for you.

Aug 6, 2015

katie s.

I'm not sure if this is allowed on beautylish because it's more about self esteem and this sites about beauty, but I am a freshman and the best tip I can give you is to fake it until you make it. Today was my first day and I hadn't gone to bed until like 3:00 and I just had to pretend like I was super excited and happy! It actually worked and once you make a good first impression, it's easy. Step out of your comfort zone and hang out with other kids (I hung out with practically all sophomore) Laugh your mistakes off and yeah! It's not that hard. I feel confident when I'm happy so hang out with people who make you happy!

Aug 6, 2015

katie s.

It's hard for me to give you tips because I'm generally a more fun loving, outgoing person, but you'll get there (: Self esteem is a struggle with many teens and you'll eventually find out where you belong and what makes you feel confident!

Aug 6, 2015

Lala L.

I have to disagree with you katelyn. Just be yourself.. Don't hang out with people you don't like or bring you down. It's not worth it.. If you hang out with positive people , you'll feel positive. That's what I learned during middle school and freshman year. I'm a sophomore now and I usually hang out with seniors. But anyway just be yourself. People don't like others that act fake and if people don't like you for who you are , don't even bother them. High school is just a place of drama top with more drama lol so the best thing you can do to keep your confidence is to hang out with positive or stay to yourself.

Aug 6, 2015

Lala L.

I disagreed with you about fake it to you make it part. Btw katelyn lol sorry

Aug 6, 2015

katie s.

It's okay! Everyone has different opinions (; I do think you should be yourself, but I meant like if you're drowsy or in a really bad mood, fake it until you make it. Don't bring others down because your day isn't great because than others are going to think your just grumpy or depressed. I used to be like that and people would always say I put them in a bad mood because of how drowsy and sad I always acted. I just miss worded it haha!

Aug 6, 2015

katie s.

And with the whole hanging out with different kids. I meant to not have one group of friends. It's always great to have a variety and more than one group to go to. Definitely don't hang out with people you don't like though!! Maybe it's just me though! I tend to get along with everyone and I find when lots of people like you or talk to you, it makes me feel more confident and pretty! Definitely do what works best for you though (: If you're shy, maybe try complimenting someone new everyday in the hallway and then the next week try and maybe start a conversation with someone! I used to be shy and it's sort of difficult, but again. Be true to who you are! Some people just aren't loud and talkative and that's okay (: You don't have to be loud or outgoing to be/feel confident so just be you and I'm sure you'll do fine!

Aug 6, 2015

Lala L.

I agree with you about that @katelyn. I used to be a loner (still feel like it sometimes ) lol but don't be scared to be social.. You'll make a lot of friends that way and stay away from people that can get you in trouble. I'm the type of person that doesn't trust a lot of people. My motto is "keep your friends close and your enemies closer" because in high school and all through your life , you'll find out who's your friend and who's not.. It's nothing wrong being nice to people but still.. You can't trust everyone. Nothing to be scared about if you keep a good eye on who you hang with.

Aug 6, 2015

katie s.

I know what you mean! It happens a lot towards the end of middle school too. I tend to trust people too easily now since I got out of my "shy" phase. I think the best people to hang out with are people who do similar clubs and sports as you because it gives you something to talk about! I'm like socially awkward so I always run into those awkward moments where it's completely silent and I start acting weird when it's quiet idek haha. I am just trying to enjoy and make the most out of highschool because it'll be over before we know itb.

Aug 6, 2015

Lala L.

Yeah I was like that in middle school and freshman year.. when I was in my emo stage.. I NEVER talked to anyone and once I started dressing like a girl , that's when I started getting a lot of attention and started to feel more social but when I started making friends , most of them turned out to be guys lol but anyway I had to learn about people the hard way.. I had friends that stole from me and talked about me behind my back (even my own ex back stabbed me) so just keep and open mind and know who you can trust.

Aug 6, 2015

Maddie M.

Another tip I have that I learned last ear when I was in sophomore year is focus on YOU. Don't worry about what other people think. Don't get caught up in drama. Your allowed to get dressed up as much are you are allowed to dress down and vise versa. Be sure to let yourself be comfortable. Do what ever you want as long as no one (including yourself) does not get hurt.

Aug 7, 2015

katie s.

Yeah, I feel ya. I went through that phase sorta too. And still today, most of my friends are guys. Guys are just less drama lol.

Aug 7, 2015

Lala L.

Ikr 😂 lol

Aug 7, 2015

Lala L.

I feel like with guys , I can be more myself.. lol

Aug 7, 2015

katie s.

Haha same here girl! (;

Aug 10, 2015

Marissa L.

Honestly, dark lipstick! I'm a senior, and I found that dark lipstick makes me feel like I can do anything. also, I don't love the internalized misogyny we have going on here... guys can seem easier but honestly people are all the same. learn to support and love other girls and you will be much happier. girls are too often socialized to see other girls as competition and bring each other down, and its not helping us go anywhere (yay feminist message of the day). Don't just be yourself, EXPLORE your self. high school is when you find out when you are and what you believe, and you will go through a lot of changes, on everything from style and music to morals and political beliefs. learn to stand up for yourself and don't be afraid to speak your mind, and you'll be much better off. good luck!