We’re our own worst enemies. I think most of us are harder on ourselves and our appearances than anyone else is. I know that’s how I am. With the exception of my mother (who would prefer I never wear another sweatshirt again), I know I’m more judgmental of my appearance than anyone else.

With a fixed stream of media telling us how we should look and a culture fixated on looks by health, it’s no wonder we stand in front of our mirrors and criticize. Having confidence in your own abilities is accepted — even expected — in today’s culture. whether you’re interviewing for a job, confidence is a quality your interviewer is likely to look for. But confidence in your appearance isn’t as widely accepted. In fact, some folks think confidence in their appearance will be misconstrued as arrogance — but that’s not the case. Feeling good about yourself, having a positive body image, and being

confident in your appearance can raise your mood and benefit you in many ways.

AOL Body has an spread that can help us all feel more comfortable in our own skin. It’s high moment we stop looking at ourselves with such a critical eye and start being a little more forgiving. Some tips:

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