Intrinsic to a happy life, good self-esteem also makes a difference between 'success' and 'failure' in reaching any goal in life, whether that be losing weight, getting fitter, getting a dream job or becoming wealthier!

Being more aware of your thoughts and behaviours, as well as talking positively to yourself with no negative self-chatter - is a sure step forward towards higher self-esteem which ultimately means greater success at losing weight, getting healthier and staying that way.

Weve put together these 7 Secrets to Soaring Self-Esteem in order to improve your self confidence and help you succeed with your weight loss or any other goal youve set yourself.

1 - Eat well and exercise to nourish your body and wonder at the miracle of its extraordinary design.

2 - Put your shoulders back, hold your head up high, smile and walk tall you can be so proud of who you are.

3 - Stop comparing yourself with others. Choose to be the premium version of you and focus on that.

4 - You are every bit as attractive as you feel - dont get stuck on what you see in the mirror. Accentuate your best physical features, and accept and love the others.

5 - Enthuse! Get curious! You will feel energised and exude vitality.

6 - Use affirmations to reinforce positive thoughts and feelings about yourself and your life.

7 - Live your life, enjoy yourself and recognise the inner qualities that make you the amazing, inspirational person you are.

Wow dont suppose youre single are you?! ;o) ______________________________________________________________________

Claire Raikes

Claire Raikes is a Health and Wellbeing Coach who 'cured' herself of a chronic, disabling and potentially life-threatening bowel condition without the use of steroids, surgery or any other traditional medical intervention. She now shares her passion for natural and vibrant health through coaching, speaking and writing about the importance and power of a truly healthy diet.

She publishes a free weekly eZine, In Essence and is compiling an eBook of Healthy Fast Food with 25% of the proceeds going to The Cancer Project, a charity set up by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) and nutritionists to educate the public on the benefits of a healthy diet for cancer prevention and survival. If you have a recipe you would like to submit, visit the Live In Essence website for further details. To book Claire to speak at your event, email her at hello@claireraikes.com.