Confidence: great faith in oneself or one's abilities also known as self-esteem, assurance, certainly, courage, determination, morale, poise, spirit, tenacity

Want to feel more confident? Here are some ways to boost your confidence: Try them now! Yes, now! You, too, teachers!

Smile at the people around you. Confidence Booster #1 Smile Smile at the people around you. Smiling boosts confidence, reduces stress, and relaxes the body. It also makes you approachable.

Smile…. It’s a powerful thing… See the difference? FEEL THE DIFFERENCE! Smile…. It’s a powerful thing…

Confidence Booster #2 A Power Pose

Try it now for a minute or two. Hey, teacher! You, too. What’s your power pose? Try it now for a minute or two. Hey, teacher! You, too. Do you feel more powerful?

Confidence Booster #3 Be Prepared Do you have a test next week? Start studying now! Did you get assigned reading? Get it done and contribute to the conversation in class! Do you have a job interview? Do some research on the company and the job itself Do you have to give a presentation in class? Know your content, practice speaking with friends, family, or with the dog :) Try something new! Don’t procrastinate! Procrastination is the grave in which opportunity is buried…

What boosts your confidence? Discussion What boosts your confidence? Do you sometimes fake it, and then gain it?