Ageing with Grace: 10 Steps to Your Most Confident Era Yet

It’s completely natural to worry about ageing - many people suffer a dose of low self-esteem as they get older. But getting older can actually be an opportunity to grow in confidence, and use the life lessons you’ve learned to help you enter this next chapter with elegance and style. 

Now is the time for a little self-love, and maybe some changes to your lifestyle so that you can grow older feeling your best self. Take a look at these 10 steps to ageing with grace, and enter your most confident era yet.

1. Give yourself a makeover

A simple way to help you feel more confident, at any age, is to give yourself a makeover. A new haircut and some new makeup could be all it takes to help you feel more at ease with how you look now, instead of trying to look like someone from your past. 

Upgrading your wardrobe is another way to help you feel more comfortable in your skin, and what better way to do this than to build a capsule wardrobe? Learn how to mix and match some core pieces to create stylish, timeless looks.

2. Adjust your skincare routine

Your skin changes as you get older, and some of the skincare products you used before may not be as effective now. Your anti-ageing skincare routine should focus on hydration and halting the signs of ageing, using products that can provide effective power against wrinkles, dark spots and more. [It's also worth mentioning that it's important to fix dry and cracked heels.] A change to your skincare routine can leave your skin glowing with health and youth, helping you to feel more comfortable in your own skin.

3. Stay active

Staying active doesn’t just have a positive effect on your physical health, it can help your mental health too. Staying active can come in many forms, including walking, gym sessions and yoga - anything that gets you moving! With some daily activity, you can stay flexible and mobile, helping you feel younger on the inside as well as look great on the outside.

4. Do the things that will help boost your confidence

Now is the time to make decisions about what you want and the things that will help you boost your confidence. Whether it’s cosmetic surgery to enhance your appearance or hormone replacement therapy, there are options available to help make the ageing process a little easier. Choose the routes that make the most sense to you to help you enjoy a much-needed self-esteem boost. 

5. Eat well

There are a lot of great reasons to eat well. Making your diet healthier can boost your energy levels and help you enjoy a younger, brighter appearance. Start with a balanced diet containing a healthy amount of protein, carbohydrates and fat, and add in elements like wholegrain foods, fatty fish and fruit and vegetables. Taking a sensible approach to your diet will bring you a lot of health benefits, and there’s no better time to start than now. 

6. Try new things

We all need to step out of our comfort zone from time to time, and doing so as you get older can really help you grow in confidence. Now is a great time to set yourself up for some new experiences. Whether that involves doing things on your own or taking up some new hobbies, try to embrace new challenges and opportunities. While these things may seem daunting at first, taking these chances will boost your self-esteem and show you just what you’re capable of.

7. Enjoy more ‘me’ time

You can spend a large portion of your life doing things for other people, so when does the time come to do more for yourself? Maximizing your ‘me’ time can help you relax and unwind, and give you the chance to do the things you want to do. It’s important to spend some time on your own, so try to prioritize a little time for yourself each week to help you get back on track.

8. Be kind to yourself

It sounds like a cliche, but it’s important to always be kind to yourself. Be kind about your appearance and how you’re feeling to help you boost your confidence. Smile at yourself in the mirror and find something nice to say about yourself each day. Being your own cheerleader will make a big difference to your self-esteem, and can help you help others too.

9. Say yes to things

When you’re running low on confidence, the last thing you may feel like doing is going out with your friends. However, saying yes to things can be a good way to get you out of the house and help you enjoy the social connections that can be so vital to your health and happiness. Start saying yes to things to help open you up to new experiences and to make some new friends - you never know where a yes may lead you. 

10. Surround yourself with people who make you happy

As you get older and your self-confidence grows, you may be more selective about the people you want to spend time with. You should surround yourself with positive people and spend less time with those who don’t support you or even share the same interests. 

Spending time with friends and family can lift your mood, while also being a great excuse to either try new things together or simply enjoy each other’s company. Toxic relationships can become a drain, so if you are experiencing difficulty with someone at home or even work, raise the issue and try to resolve it. Put an end to relationships that no longer serve your interests so you can make more room for the ones that do. 

Ageing with confidence may sound easier said than done, but there are a lot of great tips you can follow to develop and grow as a person. From changing your skincare routine to saying yes to new opportunities, it’s time to embrace your next chapter and look forward to a brighter, more confident future.