By Eric Ravenscraft — 2019
Self-confidence is just one element in a triad of things that make up our overall “confidence.” Here’s what you can do to boost yours.
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In this episode, I explain the psychology behind self-sabotage including the seven major reasons why we do it. Becoming more aware of those reasons can help you recognize self-sabotage when it’s happening.
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Brendan Mahan explains why simple things can be so difficult.
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The fastest route to confidence is to stop being so attached to one’s dignity and seriousness; and plainly admit that one is—of course—an idiot. We all are.
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We’ll go to the doctor when we feel flu-ish or a nagging pain. So why don’t we see a health professional when we feel emotional pain: guilt, loss, loneliness? Too many of us deal with common psychological-health issues on our own, says Guy Winch. But we don’t have to.
Russ Harris offers a surprising solution to low self-confidence, shyness, and insecurity: Rather than trying to “get over” our fears, he says, the secret is to form a new and wiser relationship with them.