People who are confident but don't think they're attractive..

I consider myself very confident and that usually means I am not waiting for people's compliments in order for me to think I am attractive. I take very good care of my appearance, I usually dress really nice and smell nice etc but I do that because it makes me feel really good. Sure it is nice to get compliments, who doesn't like a good compliment, but that does not mean I am relying on them. It is obvious from your statements that your self esteem issues are not necessary related to your looks. Is there something else in your life that is having a negative impact on you?

In terms how to act around girls you like. Do not come across as desperate and needy. Also, be confident, not arrogant. Be kind and nice, but not a pushover. People get really nervous around their crush because they're assuming they really need them and act as if their life depends on that person. That should not be the case. Don't just act, know that your life is much bigger than just one person who you happen to be infatuated with.

I think I have low esteem because I was bullied when I was 14-16 and although consciously I don't care anymore, subconsciously there are still a lot of scars!

It's weird because the girl of my dreams ran past me the other day, gave me the deepest look into my eyes and even smiled but I still don't feel good enough??

How do you remain confident? I'm not a shy guy but considering how many stares/compliments etc that I seem to get, my self esteem and general confidence is always pretty damn low! So I was wondering what advice you had?

I'm hopeless at knowing how to react around girls I like.

Bullying is horrible and can indeed effect people but it is great to see you've consciously gotten over it and those scars can take time to heal, but remember, the past is not physically grabbing on to you! Do not let anything make you feel inadequate or question yourself. Of course you are good enough! There are people right now interested in being with you. Why don't you make a move with your crush and enter a relationship?

I plan to.. it's a weird scenario. She goes to my Uni and I have seen her around campus but I've never spoken to her. I'm back from the holidays and it just happens to be that she lives very near me. When I go back in September I'm going to join the sport society where I think she takes part and get to know her then

You gain your confidence from other aspects apart from your looks.

Go for it! And start getting used to not giving much value and attention to those negative thought that pop into your head every now and then telling you none-sense like you're not good enough. Start to accept only positive ideas. For example, you're a handsome individual that put effort into your looks, that's a positive thing!