I recently watched a Ted talk about self-compassion and how so many of us are constantly comparing ourselves to other people as a measure of our success and forget to show ourselves compassion. I am beginning to pull myself up whenever I am being too critical of myself or when those 'I'm stupid' thoughts enter my head. I feel so empowered every time I stop my thought process and instead think to myself, 'you are doing great. Keep up the good work, it's the little steps that count.' I truly believe that we will never find true happiness within ourselves until we start to love ourselves and be kinder to ourselves.

It's an extremely tough process to cut out the negative self talk but like anything, the only way to strengthen is to practise, practise and keep on practising. Eventually we will be positivity and happiness machines!

Take it easy on yourself and try to make small changes every day. Do something you've always wanted to but feel a bit scared to. For me it's as simple as looking up more in public instead of towards my feet or going into that store where I usually feel intimidated in. You will start to feel more confident as the days go by!