Although it may seem superficial, your appearance can go a long way when it comes to how you feel about yourself and how others perceive you. Most of us have had a bad hair day, and although it’s doubtful that others pay much attention to the state of our hair, we think about it and it can affect our behavior. For example, we may be less outgoing or less apt to introduce ourselves to someone new or speak up at a meeting. How we think we look affects how we interact with others. A great way to love yourself is to take care of your appearance: buying flattering clothes, getting a new haircut, or going to the gym can all be uplifting, but keep in mind it’s not how the clothes, haircut, or exercise make you look, but how they make you feel. The people who attract the most attention in life aren’t always the most beautiful or best dressed, but simply confident people who are having a good time and therefore attracting other confident, happy people. Self-acceptance is the key to beauty. (more…)