Self-confidence

Alpha Women: L.A. photographers ready to take a bold leap

Karen Hawthorne — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 03:30:00 -0800

Looking for some inspiration? Los Angeles photographers Jennifer Hoffman and Marisa Gallegos, of Esme & Eve, will take a leap of faith on Saturday, Nov. 17 in nothing but a safety harness and their lingerie . The duo will skydive, for a second time, from a plane over Lake Elsinore, California, along with five other women in the "Be Bold. Take the Leap" initiative to encourage women to face their fears and realize their dreams. Here's our Q&A with Jennifer Hoffman.

Desperate to make the cut

Guest Author — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 09:00:00 -0800

Teenage years are filled with insecurity, doubt and overall awkwardness. Not only are young bodies going through the natural physical changes — internally and externally — to prepare for impending adulthood, but socially, there are a whole host of other challenges.

10 Tips for embracing your flaws

Elaina Verhoff — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 20:42:00 -0700

Are your so-called flaws getting you down? It's time to start loving yourself for who you are — right here, right now. Here are ten tips for embracing your flaws and accepting yourself completely.

Esteem-boosting mantras

Elaina Verhoff — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 09:49:00 -0700

Here are some suggestions — and warnings — on how to use esteem-boosting mantras to live our best lives.

The importance of praising your kids

Kori Ellis — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 12:00:00 -0800

March 15 is Absolutely Incredible Kids Day. Created by Camp Fire USA and celebrated on the third Thursday in March each year, this national letter writing campaign encourages parents and caregivers to let kids know how valuable and amazing they are.

7 Ways to feel sexy after having a baby

Michelle Maffei — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 09:30:00 -0700

Even when you're physically not ready for sex postpartum, you may have the urge to tap into your inner sex kitten. Although your body may not be back to its pre-pregnancy form after giving birth, you can still boost your self-confidence and ignite your inner spark. From sporting a new 'do to taking a break from nursing, discover seven tips on ways to feel sexy after having a baby.

How to love your body, flaws and all

Kat Hobza — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 06:17:00 -0700

Once Eve realized she was naked, you can bet that all Adam heard about was her cellulite, big butt and the extra five pounds she was carrying. Women seem genetically predisposed to verbally hack up their physical appearances. Breaking out of this thought pattern is going to take some serious re-hardwiring on your part. If you’re ready to feel good naked, keep reading.

How to be your biggest fan

Christina Caldwell — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 06:09:00 -0700

Maintaining a healthy level of self-confidence can be difficult. Exposure to mass media’s societal pressures can make you feel like you’re not the woman you should be. Really, though, the only woman you should be is yourself. Here are a few ways to become your biggest fan.

3 Ways to celebrate yourself today

Christina Caldwell — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 01:37:00 -0700

If you don’t look a certain way, have a certain job or believe a certain thing, you might not feel like you measure up to what you should be -- but the only person you should be is yourself. Here are three ways to celebrate yourself today.

How to be yourself

Kat Hobza — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 01:26:00 -0700

When trying to discover how to be yourself, the biggest trick is figuring out who that self is -- but at the end of the day, who else are you going to be? Polite society and pop culture mandate generic behaviors and images. This can make us lose sight of the fact that we are all individuals, uniquely carved from generations of genetic material and influence. If you are feeling lost in the fray or are having a bit of an identity crisis, keep reading for ideas to help you get back to your beautiful self.

5 Body flaws that are beautiful

Christina Caldwell — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 01:05:00 -0700

You’re not perfect -- no one is -- and that’s beautiful. Even those women you see in movies and magazines have been airbrushed, lifted, made up and padded until they fit a certain ideal. Your body was ideal from the moment you were born. You have legs that are strong and can carry you far. You have arms that can lift barbells and babies. You are beautiful. Here are five body “flaws” that are actually supremely cute.

Building self-confidence despite a skin condition

Jana Randall — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 23:56:00 -0700

We teach it to our daughters and we preach it to our friends -- but being self-confident is easier said than done, especially when living with a skin condition such as psoriasis. Here are some tips on holding your head up high despite your skin condition.

Resiliency: Get skills to be happier and healthier

Kristina Marquez — Fri, 06 May 2011 12:41:00 -0700

Lance Armstrong faced a devastating diagnosis that changed his life. He battled cancer and survived – and came back to cycling and life physically and emotionally stronger. He was resilient. What does resiliency mean to you? Your health could depend on your resiliency. Here’s how to embrace it.

5 Diet books for weight loss success

Michele Borboa, MS — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 13:15:00 -0800

Have you already ditched your New Year's resolution to lose weight -- for good? To get you back on track and motivate you to toss the fad diets, here are five of the best diet books that are just now hitting the bookstore shelves. These diet books will help you embrace a sensible eating plan that will not only show you how to shed pounds and burn belly fat, but also give you recipes, motivational tips and workouts that will improve your health -- inside and out.

How to set expectations as a parent

Michele Borba, EdD — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 17:32:00 -0700

What parent doesn't hope their kids achieve and do well in life? But how do you know when you're pushing your kids too much? How do you tell when your expectations are unrealistic or just plain not right for your children? A big secret of good parenting is to know how to set expectations that gently stretch your children's abilities without snapping their spirits. To make sure your expectations are ones that stretch your children's potential without unintentionally zapping their self-worth here are four questions to ask.

10 Tips to amp your ego

SheKnows Health & Wellness Experts — Sun, 30 May 2010 18:16:00 -0700

Confidence is all a state of mind – you are as sexy and beautiful as you think you are. If you'd not feeling oh-so-sexy these days, there are a few things you can do to ramp up your self-confidence. Here are 10 tips to boost your ego.