The summer season is full of joy, fun and sunshine. However, for many, it also marks a low point for their confidence and self-esteem. This is because it’s the time of year when body confidence issues reach their peak, with 45% of men and 90% of women admitting to disliking how their bodies look.

There are many potential reasons for this, from giving in to the comparison trap to worrying about how their body will look in summer clothing, which can be a little more revealing. However, as confidence issues can lead to everything from social withdrawal to worsening mental health, it’s important that you work to rebuild your confidence as much as you can.

With that in mind, here are some top tips for feeling confident in your skin this summer.

Remember that nobody is paying that much attention to us. Worrying about how others perceive us (and how we look) is often one of the biggest confidence-related anxieties we experience during the summer. However, the truth is, people aren’t paying anywhere near as much attention to us as we think they are. For example, the majority of people sitting by the pool on your next holiday will be thinking about how they look, without even really taking in those around them!

Change your hairstyle. Changing your hairstyle is another great way to boost your confidence. This is because a significant change of this nature can change how you view yourself for the better, especially if you find a style that flatters or accentuates your best features.

Elevate your personal style. The way you dress can also help you to increase your confidence. However, this is less about following the latest trends and more about wearing things that match your personal style. This is because you’ll then see yourself in the clothes you wear, and will start to carry yourself with a little more confidence as a result of this.

Furthermore, finding ways to take outfits from good to great can have a similarly positive effect. This is because you’ll look more polished and put-together, no matter what your plans are for the day. One way in which you can achieve this goal is through wearing accessories, such as ray ban glasses.

Don’t fall for societal standards. Over the past few years, the body positivity movement has come on leaps and bounds. However, we’re still tripping at the first hurdle if we’re letting outdated societal standards and beauty expectations limit our confidence. Bodies come in all shapes and sizes, and they are each beautiful in their own way.

One way in which you can make sure you’re pushing back against these expectations is being mindful of the content you consume on social media. Remember, we only post photos when we look our best, and a growing number of people edit their bodies in these images.

Final thoughts. Don’t let confidence issues hold you back this summer. Instead, take active steps to challenge the negative views you’ve developed relating to your appearance, and recognize just how beautiful you truly are.