Belgian Survey Uncovers Women's Self-Confidence: Key Insights and Boosters

Many women feel their self-confidence lags behind others. A Belgian study by Goed Geluk and Profacts, surveying over 4,000 women aged 18-70, found they rate their self-confidence at an average of 6.2 out of 10.

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Age Plays a Key Role

Younger women aged 18-24 score themselves lowest at 5.7, while those aged 55-70 report higher confidence at 6.8.

Proven Confidence Boosters

Certain life factors significantly elevate self-confidence scores. Women in relationships rate themselves at 7.5, rising to 7.1 when surrounded by friends. Mothers score 7.2, with confidence growing as children age. Notably, 65% of women feel better about themselves when wearing beautiful lingerie.

Weight's Impact

Higher BMI correlates with lower self-confidence. Obese women score 5.9, and even overweight women who exercise rate themselves at 5.4.

Striking Survey Findings

Key highlights include:

• More than 20% avoid the beach due to body insecurities.
• Confidence increases with age.
• 79% don't recognize themselves in TV commercial women.
• 74% desire more diversity in ads, including curvier figures, darker skin, disabilities, or older women.
• 84% have skipped activities due to low self-confidence.