Confidence plays a very important role in people's life. It gives people light when they are in dark and encouragement when they are dismayed. It is the first step on the road to success. People who exude confidence seem to grab more rewarding careers, maintain better relationships, and may make miracles in the face of insurmountable difficulties.

So what is the secret of confidence? In fact, there is no secret. Self-confidence is a skill and habit that everyone can learn to develop. It is built, not inborn.

You can try these simple tips for practicing and increasing our confidence levels:

First, dare to fail. Anybody who's out there genuinely striving is going to fail repeatedly. If you are not failing, you are not trying. Only when we face up to our difficulties, can we build up our confidence and give ourselves a chance of success.

Second, dress your success. You don't have to be beautiful to be confident. Make the most of your won unique physical assets and downplay your flaws so that you know you're giving out your best image.

Third, listen to yourself; do not despise yourself. You are the only person who knows what is right for yourself. Don't put others' opinion above our own inner voice.

Last, build a confidence vocabulary. Stop putting yourself down, and quit incessantly confessing your tiny flaws. Learn to highlight your positive attributes and the world will learn to see and appreciate them too.

Confidence is a plant that grows slowly. We should build confidence through constant and patient effort. Only when we have enough confidence in ourselves, can we take the first step on the road to success.