what are some ways you ladies have gained self confidence?

Question

me and my husband have gone through a rough patch. we’re working hard on things, but on this road to fixing ourselves, i’ve noticed that i’ve truly neglected the love i have for myself over the years (even before my husband). i’m really wanting to look in the mirror and like what i see, and like what i have to offer mentally and emotionally. any of you ladies have some advice?

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I statted running a few years back and it did wonders for my stress levels and self-esteem. I used to struggle with depression too and haven't taken anti-depressants in years now. It's amazing what exercise really does for the body. At first, I just wanted to lean up a bit. Then as my body got stronger I began goaling myself at distance. 10k is still my max but I feel great and love my body again. It's a personal challenge and the success is entirely on me. No one can makenit appen for me or take it away.

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The gymmmm. I hired a personal trainer at a small private gym about 2 years ago (for 6 months) and learned how to weight lift properly and oh my god, I’m a totally different person. Not because I “look better” or whatever (which is just an added bonus), but because I have a hobby that I LOVE, I’m stronger every day, it’s something I can always set new achievable goals with, and of course the endorphins. It’s just a wonderful way to give yourself routine that’s JUST about you. My husband loves seeing me passionate and successful at something so that’s another bonus.  
For reference, I hated working out for like 15 years. It was boring and tedious. Until I found powerlifting. It’s a totally different world and makes working out fun. There are so many routes and programs you can take with weight lifting. It’s endless.

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I found my confidence by getting a great therapist and learning to be independent and do things I’m passionate about on my own. I was so lost and just thinking about how getting my degree in nutrition and becoming a nutritionist would lead to money and success and then I could open my own business someday and that plan just didn’t bring me joy. It wasn’t until I decided to switch my major and go to culinary school for baking and pastry that I found my confidence because I was finally studying what I loved and now I have a clear visions for my future. My boyfriend also decided to go to culinary school, but for the opposite side of the kitchen, to become a chef. Now we both are confident in our goals and it’s helped our relationship a lot. I say just start doing something you’re passionate about or have wanted to try even if you’re scared. I also got into Pilates just as like a hobby.

what are some ways you ladies have gained self confidence?

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