3 common mistakes that lower your confidence Here are 2 exercises that boost your confidence. Exercise 1: Write down a list of all the things that make you feel confident (for example: going to the gym, learning something new, wearing a specific outfit, etc.). This helps you become more aware of what boosts your confidence, so you can do those things more often. Exercise 2: Do this every day for at least 1 week. At the end of each day, write down one thing you did that you’re proud of, no matter