Summer is approaching faster than most of us realize, which means time to break out our shorts, swimsuits, tank tops, and sandals. I love getting ready for summer, however I also struggle a little in the first couple weeks of it with my confidence. Summer time brings warm weather, and warm weather usually means more revealing clothing than we're used too in the last year. Most of the time, I don't struggle too much with my confidence; however once in awhile it tends to wash away and I feel self conscious. One of these times happens to be the start of summer.

Well, it's time I stop feeling self conscious around this time of year. I don't want to look back and be upset with myself that I didn't enjoy my summer due to being self conscious. By following these tips, we can all remain confident for the start of summer.

Don't focus on your insecurities.

When I look at myself in the mirror, sometimes I let my eyes wander and I focus on what I find to be imperfect about myself. My tip for you and myself; instead of focusing on what you find negative about your body, focus on what you find to be awesome and beautiful.

Eat healthy.

Making sure you eat a good diet will help you stay healthy and keep you energized. If you feel your weight is part of why you feel self conscious, eat healthy and you'll stop feeling that way. It's okay to indulge, just don't go overboard!

Exercise.

Keeping yourself moving in the summer will make you feel energized as well. Exercising can help you lose weight. It doesn't have to be an extreme workout at the gym; walk around outside or at the beach. It's summer time, so the weather is perfect to walk around in. Just make sure to bring water with you!

Buy a bathing suit that YOU feel confident in.

When going bikini shopping, don't focus on how other people will see you. If you feel smoking hot in a bikini, buy it. Nobody will be focused on you at the beach or pool anyway, they'll be too worried about themselves. Wear what you feel confident in.

Who cares if you show a little stomach?

Don't be afraid to show a little tummy. Everyone has a belly, don't be ashamed of yours. Just don't go overboard, be subtle about it and make sure you are comfortable.

Remind yourself everyday that you are beautiful.

Before you head out the door each day, look yourself in the mirror and tell yourself that you are beautiful. Or, compliment yourself once a day on either something you're wearing or how you did your hair; anything.

Following these tips, you will help yourself stay confident all summer long. Don't let your mind or yourself stand in the way of you having a great summer.