They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Did you know that physical appearance is only one of the many factors of attractiveness? Because contrary to popular belief beauty is more than skin-deep. In fact, current psychological research actually states that there are plenty of different behaviors, attitudes, and personal qualities that can make someone more attractive. So here are seven tried and true psychologically backed ways that you can instantly make yourself feel more attractive.

Number one, Flash them a smile.

Research shows that smiling is one of the foolproof ways we can instantly look and feel more attractive because it expresses happiness, interest, and enjoyment of the other person's company. When you flash them with a smile, it makes them feel more at ease around you and they're likely to reciprocate with a smile of their own, which eases a lot of awkwardness and tension. Just be careful not to overdo it though, so it doesn't come off as fake, forced, or phony.

Number two, improve your posture.

Another effective way you can increase your attractiveness is by sitting up straight and improving your posture. Why? Because having good posture makes you look taller, more confident and seem more put together. It's also great for making a good first impression.

Number Three, wear clothes that make you feel confident.

One of the reasons why people care so much about the way they look or the way they're dressed is because your clothes can actually tell people a lot about you. Even if you're not particularly stylish or trendy, as long as you know how to dress in a way that suits you and flatters your figure, you'll instantly look smarter, more sophisticated, and more attractive.

Your personal style lets people know a bit more about your personality and of course, if you feel good about the way you look, then it's definitely going to make you feel more attractive too.

Number four, crack a few jokes.

Among all the qualities and traits most people tend to look for in a romantic partner. Having a good sense of humor is usually somewhere at the top of their list. So next time you see someone you like and want to impress, don't be afraid to crack a few jokes and show off your wit. If it lands Daniel successfully, have demonstrated to the other person how charming, playful and fun you are. But even if it doesn't, there's still a good chance they'll be endeared by it Anyway.

Number five, do something exciting.

Maybe you're in a band or play a musical instrument or write poetry or paint. Maybe you're a great singer or dancer or cook delicious food. Maybe you love to travel, surf, or go hiking the bottom line is whatever your particular hobbies might be, as long as you can show people that it's a lot of fun and you enjoy it, then it will instantly make you more attractive to them without fail. Even just being willing to try something new and exciting can be enough to make people more attracted to us because it shows a positive, confident, and fun-loving attitude.

Number six, nourish your mind.

Similar to having a good sense of humor. Most people fall for someone's mind just as much as they fall for their looks sometimes even more. So if you're looking to make yourself more attractive, try doing something like reading books on science or philosophy, catching up with some contemporary news, improving your chess skills, or learning a new language, Learning new things will make you a better conversationalist too.

Number seven, love and accept yourself.

Last but perhaps most importantly, nothing is more attractive than someone who is secure in their identity and sense of self-worth. Self-love and self-acceptance. Make someone who is beautiful inside and out because they don't need to turn to other people for external validation. They know who they are and what they're worth and they won't waste any time trying to impress you by being someone they're not chasing after someone who doesn't want them or changing who they are, just to make you like them more. Self-love and confidence are attractive. So, do you agree with what we've mentioned here?