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April 2, 2025 17 mins

Ever feel like you're not good enough to start something new? You’re not alone. But what if the secret isn’t to think your way out of self-doubt—but to act your way through it?

In this episode of Bad Day Excellence, we’re tackling self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and the habits keeping you stuck. I’ll walk you through the signs of imposter syndrome, the science-backed ways to rewire your brain for confidence, and the habit-based strategies (thoughts, words, and actions) that will help you push through doubt and finally take action.

If self-doubt has ever stopped you from taking a risk, chasing a goal, or believing in yourself, this episode is for you. Let’s crush that inner critic and build habits that make confidence your default.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ The real impact of self-doubt on decision-making, success, and happiness
✅ Signs you’re dealing with imposter syndrome (and how to break free)
✅ The Four Stages of Competence Model—why learning always feels hard before it gets easy
✅ How small mindset shifts can silence your inner critic
✅ Why acting confident beats feeling confident every time
✅ The power pose technique—boost confidence in just 2 minutes
✅ Actionable strategies to train your thoughts, words, and actions for lasting self-belief

Resources & Next Steps:
📌 Watch Amy Cuddy’s TED Talk on Power Poses
📌 The Four Stages of Competence Model Explained
📌 Read More on Self-Doubt & Confidence at BadDayExcellence.com

Whenever self-doubt creeps in, write down three past wins—big or small. Share one with me on Instagram @walshmegrow or email me at brian@baddayexcellence.com. Let’s celebrate progress together!

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