How Do I Build My Confidence Back Up ?

One thing that may help is to look at this site regarding self esteem and relationships. Next you need to talk to the police and report the fact that this kid assaulted you and took your credit cards because they may be able to catch him and that will make you feel safer. Before you take the dog out at night, look at your window and if he is there call the police and they can catch him and send him to prison where he belongs. I think as you raise your self esteem it will help you a lot and give you more confidence and you may not be as afraid to go out. I knew a man once years ago with no confidence that was always robbed every week when he would cash his pay check because you could see his lack of confidence in the way he walked. Another person I knew walked the same way, the same distance but was never bothered because he had that confidence and it showed in the way he walked and talked. Another thing you can do is to find a martial arts studio near you and learn some basic self defense moves and that will give you confidence as well because you will be able to kick the crap out of anyone who bothers you. You are too young to be feeling all this so I hope this site helps you and I know the martial arts training will as well and should not be that expensive. Good Luck!