Journal For Building Confidence - A Guided Journey Through Confidence Building

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That relentless inner critic—we all know it too well. Its constant stream of doubt and judgment can make us feel permanently inadequate, no matter what we achieve. But what if turning down the volume on that critical voice was more accessible than we imagined?

Journaling offers a surprisingly powerful approach to building genuine confidence. Not just any journaling, but structured, intentional practice that creates space for self-reflection and growth. The Lestallion Journal exemplifies this approach, designed specifically to facilitate the journey toward greater self-assurance through thoughtful features and guided prompts.

The magic happens when we externalize our thoughts onto paper. That psychological distance allows us to examine our negative self-talk objectively rather than being consumed by it. We can challenge unfounded fears, prepare mentally for new experiences, and create tangible evidence of our capabilities and progress over time. The physical experience matters too—smooth paper that makes writing effortless, a comfortable cover that transforms journaling into a pleasant ritual rather than a chore, and numbered pages that document our journey of growth.

Real stories bring these principles to life: Anna tracking her guitar progress through numbered pages when she felt like giving up; Mark consciously reframing negative thoughts and gradually shifting his internal dialogue; and Hannah, initially skeptical, who built confidence through the simple daily practice of writing one accomplishment and one affirmation. These examples demonstrate how the consistent use of a well-designed journal can genuinely transform self-perception.

Ready to rewrite your internal narrative? Consider starting with just one recurring negative thought. What might shift in your life if you consistently challenged and rewrote that thought through the simple but powerful act of journaling? Your journey toward greater confidence might begin with putting pen to paper today.

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Episode Transcript

Speaker 1 (00:00):
You know that feeling when your inner voice sounds
way more like a critic than acoach.

Speaker 2 (00:05):
Oh, definitely, we've all been there.

Speaker 1 (00:06):
Yeah, wrestling with that self-doubt, that nagging
feeling of like not quitemeasuring up.

Speaker 2 (00:12):
It's persistent, that voice.

Speaker 1 (00:13):
But what if there was a practical way to actually,
you know, build confidence andturn down the volume on that
inner heckler?

Speaker 2 (00:22):
Well, it's a challenge, no doubt, yeah, but
it's interesting.
We've seen how certainintentional practices can really
shift that dynamic.

Speaker 1 (00:30):
Absolutely, and today we're going to take a deep dive
into a tool that's wellsurprisingly powerful for
tackling this journaling.
We're going to explore howusing a journal, maybe one with
a specific focus can really helpyou cultivate that
self-assurance.
We've been looking at theLestallion Journal, which seems
designed specifically withconfidence building in mind.

Speaker 2 (00:50):
Right.
And what's interesting aboutthe Lestallion approach, from
what we've seen, is it's notjust a blank notebook.
There's a deliberate structurethere, it seems, aimed at
encouraging the kind ofself-reflection and positive
reinforcement that can genuinelyhelp build confidence.

Speaker 1 (01:07):
Okay, let's unpack that core idea then.

Speaker 2 (01:09):
Yeah.

Speaker 1 (01:10):
The thinking behind using a journal like the
Listallion for confidence seemsto be that self-assurance isn't
some fixed thing.
You either have or don't.

Speaker 2 (01:17):
Exactly.
It's more like a skill or amuscle, maybe.

Speaker 1 (01:20):
Yeah, a muscle.
Yeah, you need to work it outthrough self-awareness, thinking
things, through reflection andjust consistent effort.

Speaker 2 (01:28):
And journaling provides a really accessible way
to do just that.
Think of it as a mentaltraining ground, a journal
that's designed for confidence.
It gives you that dedicatedspace to explore your thoughts,
your emotions, to kind of mapthings out in a structured way.

Speaker 1 (01:44):
Which helps you understand your self-perception
better.

Speaker 2 (01:46):
Right and foster that crucial growth mindset.
That's really what underpinsself-esteem.

Speaker 1 (01:52):
Okay, now we all know those common stumbling blocks,
don't we?
When it comes to confidence?

Speaker 2 (01:56):
Oh yeah.

Speaker 1 (01:57):
That relentless negative self-talk that just
plays on repeat in your head.

Speaker 2 (02:01):
Ugh.

Speaker 1 (02:03):
Or that fear of stepping into the unknown doing
something new big one or justthat underlying feeling of well,
not being good enough?
How can actually writing thingsdown in a journal, maybe
especially one like thelistallion, really tackle these
things, these really ingrainedstruggles?

Speaker 2 (02:21):
well, what's, I think , is how writing creates a kind
of psychological distance.

Speaker 1 (02:27):
How do you mean?

Speaker 2 (02:28):
When you put those negative thoughts onto paper
they become sort of externalsomething you can look at more
objectively.

Speaker 1 (02:35):
Ah, okay, like they're not just swirling around
inside anymore.

Speaker 2 (02:39):
Exactly.
It's almost like they belong tosomeone else for a moment.

Speaker 1 (02:42):
Yeah.

Speaker 2 (02:42):
And that gives you a chance, a real opportunity to
challenge them to them toconsciously reframe them right.

Speaker 1 (02:47):
It's like taking those shadowy doubts and
dragging them out into the lightyeah.

Speaker 2 (02:51):
So instead of just feeling this vague anxiety about
, say, trying something new, youcan actually write down okay,
what specifically am I afraid ofhere?
Yeah and then you can start toquestion is that fear valid, or
what are some ways I couldmanage it?

Speaker 1 (03:05):
Okay, that makes a lot of sense.
It's like mentally preparing.

Speaker 2 (03:08):
Yeah.

Speaker 1 (03:08):
And for that fear of the unknown you mentioned.

Speaker 2 (03:11):
Journaling provides a really safe space for that kind
of mental prep.
You can use prompts or justfree write about potential
challenges.
Think about your resources.
You're essentially rehearsingnew experiences in your mind.

Speaker 1 (03:23):
Right, like running through a presentation
beforehand.

Speaker 2 (03:25):
Exactly, and that can significantly dial down the
anxiety, make those situationsfeel less overwhelming.

Speaker 1 (03:33):
Yeah, less daunting.
Okay, but what about thosereally deep seated feelings of
just not feeling worthy?
That can be such a tough one.

Speaker 2 (03:41):
It really can, and this is where the intentionality
of a confidence focusedfocusedjournal like the Lestallion
seems to be can be particularlyhelpful.
How so Well many journals likethis?
They incorporate prompts thatencourage you to actually
identify and write down youraccomplishments.

Speaker 1 (03:55):
Even small ones.

Speaker 2 (03:56):
Especially the small ones.
Yeah, big or small, regularlyreflecting on your positive
actions, your achievements, itcreates this tangible record,
evidence of your capabilities.

Speaker 1 (04:07):
So it gets harder to dismiss your own worth when
you've got it written down inblack and white.

Speaker 2 (04:11):
Precisely.
You see the evidence of yourprogress, your successes, right
there on the page.

Speaker 1 (04:16):
Okay, so we're seeing the why behind journaling, for
confidence Makes sense.
Now let's look closer at thehow.
You mentioned the LestallionJournal Specifically.
What about its features makesit potentially useful for this
kind of work?

Speaker 2 (04:31):
Yeah, it's interesting how some seemingly
subtle design choices canactually really support a
consistent and effectivejournaling practice.

Speaker 1 (04:39):
Like what?

Speaker 2 (04:39):
Okay, take the paper.
They mention smooth 120 GSMpaper in the listallion.
Now that might sound like asmall detail.

Speaker 1 (04:47):
Yeah, just paper quality.

Speaker 2 (04:48):
But think about it If writing feels effortless,
smooth, you're just more likelyto do it regularly, aren't you?

Speaker 1 (04:57):
True.

Speaker 2 (04:57):
Frictionless.
Exactly that tactile experiencecan make journaling feel less
like a chore and more like, well, something enjoyable, a habit
you look forward to.

Speaker 1 (05:05):
Definitely it removes a potential barrier.
If a paper feels scratchy orthe pen skips, you're less
likely to pick it up day afterday.

Speaker 2 (05:12):
Right, and then there's the structured layout
you mentioned.
Yeah, not just blank pages.
Exactly, we saw on thelistallion info that there are
dedicated sections guiding youtowards self-reflection,
gratitude, specific exercisesdesigned to boost
self-empowerment.

Speaker 1 (05:28):
That structure seems really important, doesn't it?
Especially if you're new tothis or you just sit down with a
blank page and think now what?

Speaker 2 (05:35):
Absolutely.
The prompts act as a startingpoint.
They guide your thoughts in aproductive direction focused on
confidence.
It eliminates that kind ofblank page paralysis.

Speaker 1 (05:45):
Yeah, I get that.
And the Lestallion has what?
211 numbered pages and abuilt-in table of contents.
That sounds almost overlyorganized for a journal.

Speaker 2 (05:53):
Well, maybe at first glance, but think about the
benefit if you're activelyworking on your self-esteem,
being able to easily track yourjourney.

Speaker 1 (06:01):
Ah, okay, like flip back and see how far you've come
.

Speaker 2 (06:04):
Exactly To revisit past entries, see how your
perspective has shifted.
Track your progress over weeksor months.
That's incredibly valuable.
It provides that concreteevidence of growth we were just
talking about.

Speaker 1 (06:15):
Right Proof against that feeling of being stuck.

Speaker 2 (06:18):
It transforms your journal from just, you know,
random thoughts into adocumented story of your
self-development.
You can spot patterns, see howaffirmations evolved, witness
actual progress.
The table of contents justmakes finding that stuff easier.

Speaker 1 (06:34):
Okay, that makes sense.
Even the line spacing 7.5millimeter wide line pages seems
minor.

Speaker 2 (06:39):
But Ample space right To really dig deep into your
thoughts, your feelings, withoutfeeling cramped.
It encourages a more thoroughexploration.

Speaker 1 (06:48):
And what about the cover?
They mention a soft fauxleather cover.
Does that really matter forconfidence?

Speaker 2 (06:53):
Well, it adds a sensory element, doesn't it?
If it feels good in your hands,comfortable, okay, it can
elevate the whole act ofjournaling, make it feel more
like an intentional, maybe evencomforting, self-care ritual.

Speaker 1 (07:03):
Right, not just scribbling notes, but engaging
in something nice that sensoryexperience is key.

Speaker 2 (07:08):
I think when something feels pleasant to use,
you associate positive feelingswith the activity itself.
That comfy cover could subtlyshift your view of journaling
from an I should do this to an Iwant to do this moment.

Speaker 1 (07:20):
You know, they say features tell stories, sell.
It's one thing to list thesethings smooth paper, numbered
pages but how does it actuallymake a difference?
I remember a friend let's callher Anna.
She decided to learn guitar,total beginner Okay, and she
felt incredibly discouraged atfirst.
You know, just fumbling withchords yeah, that initial

(07:41):
learning curve can be roughtotally, but she started using
this notebook, happened to havenumbered pages actually, and
every time she finally nailed anew chord or learned even a
simple little tune, she'd writeit down.

Speaker 2 (07:55):
Date it tracking the small wins.

Speaker 1 (07:56):
Exactly, and when she felt like giving up thinking
I'm getting nowhere, she couldflip back through those numbered
pages and see okay, page five.
I learned G chord Page 12,.
I managed that trickytransition.

Speaker 2 (08:08):
Tangible proof of progress, yeah.

Speaker 1 (08:10):
That visual evidence, seeing all those little steps
add up.
It gave her a real confidenceboost, made her realize she was
learning.
Even little steps add up.
It gave her a real confidenceboost, made her realize she was
learning.

Speaker 2 (08:19):
Even if it felt slow, it kept her going.
That's a perfect example.
It combats that feeling ofinadequacy, doesn't it?
Seeing it documented makes itreal, reinforces your
capabilities.

Speaker 1 (08:28):
And my brother Mark.
He went through a really toughpatch, loads of self-doubt after
a big career change didn'tquite pan out as expected.
He started using a journal.
I remember him saying it hadthis really nice soft cover he
said.
Just holding it felt kind ofcalming grounding.

Speaker 2 (08:47):
That tactile thing again.

Speaker 1 (08:48):
Yeah, and he'd sit down and just dump all his
worries, all the negative stuffswirling in his head, onto the
page.

Speaker 2 (08:54):
Get it out.

Speaker 1 (08:55):
Get it out.
But then the crucial part he'dtry to consciously reframe them.
He'd literally write down thenegative thought and then,
underneath, write a moreempowering, realistic statement.

Speaker 2 (09:05):
Actively rewriting the script.

Speaker 1 (09:07):
Exactly, and he said doing that consistently the
physical act of writing it downin this journal that felt good
to hold, and then rewriting it.
It genuinely helped shift hisinternal dialogue over time.

Speaker 2 (09:18):
That really highlights the power of
externalizing those thoughts andthen transforming them.
The sensory aspect of thejournal itself, like the cover,
can create a more positivesupportive environment for that
internal work.

Speaker 1 (09:30):
Yeah, even for me.
Honestly, a while back I wastrying to plan this pretty
complex trip felt totallyoverwhelmed.
You know all the logistics,flights, places.

Speaker 2 (09:38):
Yeah, planning can be stressful.

Speaker 1 (09:39):
So I just grabbed a regular notebook nothing fancy.
But I started breakingeverything down, every single
step Research visas, book flight, find accommodation for City
One.

Speaker 2 (09:50):
Chunking it down.

Speaker 1 (09:51):
Exactly.
And as I did each thing I'dphysically tick it off, and
seeing that list of tasks getshorter, seeing the ticks
accumulate, it gave me this hugesense of accomplishment, like
okay, I can handle this, I canpull this off.
That visual progress just builtmy confidence that the whole
trip was manageable.

Speaker 2 (10:09):
These stories really bring it to life, don't they?
How the principles we'retalking about tracking progress,
reframing thoughts, breakingthings down especially when
supported by thoughtful journaldesign can have a real, tangible
impact.

Speaker 1 (10:21):
Yeah, it makes it less abstract.
Okay, so let's circle backspecifically to that idea of
transforming negative self-talk.
We talked about identifying it,challenging it, rewriting it.
It seems like having thatdedicated space, like a
listallion journal, could makethat process even more potent.

Speaker 2 (10:39):
I think so, the act of physically writing those
negative thoughts onto thatsmooth paper, within that
structured journal, and thenintentionally crafting positive
affirmations or reframes in thesame space.
It can make it feel moreconcrete, somehow more impactful
than just thinking it.

Speaker 1 (10:55):
Creates a dedicated arena for that internal battle.
Maybe.

Speaker 2 (10:58):
Yeah, exactly An arena for dialogue and
transformation and theconsistency of using the same
tool, the same journal for thispractice can help really
reinforce those new, morepositive neural pathways over
time.

Speaker 1 (11:11):
Okay, and the source material we looked at actually
included a story, didn't it?
About someone named Hannah?

Speaker 2 (11:16):
yes, hannah story.
It was quite illustrative.
She apparently struggled withpretty low self-esteem for a
long time right, and she wasinitially skeptical about
journaling, wasn't she?
Very skeptical.
But she got a list allianjournal and apparently the feel
of the smooth paper drew her inthat tactile element again
interesting and what did she doshe?
She started small, justcommitted to writing down one

(11:36):
thing she did well each day, nomatter how minor.

Speaker 1 (11:39):
Okay, focusing on the positive.

Speaker 2 (11:41):
Exactly and one positive affirmation about
herself.
Just those two things daily.

Speaker 1 (11:46):
Simple but consistent .

Speaker 2 (11:48):
Right and because of the journal structure likely the
numbered pages and table ofcontents she could easily track
her entries over time.
She could look back and seethis growing collection of
accomplishments and positivestatements.

Speaker 1 (12:01):
And that made a difference.

Speaker 2 (12:03):
According to the story.
Yes, seeing that evidenceaccumulate day after day, week
after week, it gradually shiftedher perspective.
The journal became this safespace, a catalyst, helping her
challenge her old beliefs andbuild a stronger sense of
self-worth.
It was a transformation rootedin that consistent, documented
practice.

Speaker 1 (12:23):
Wow, okay, so it really brings together the
features, the paper, thestructure for tracking with the
actual process of buildingconfidence.

Speaker 2 (12:30):
Precisely the journal facilitated her journey.

Speaker 1 (12:32):
So, putting it all together, the core message seems
to be that a confidence journal, like the Listallion aims to be
, isn't just another notebook.

Speaker 2 (12:40):
No, it's positioned as a deliberate tool.

Speaker 1 (12:43):
A tool to help cultivate self-awareness, build
resilience and activelychallenge those nagging
self-doubts.

Speaker 2 (12:49):
Right.
The structured prompts, thepleasant tactile experience, the
ability to easily track yourprogress these features seem
designed to work together tosupport that journey towards
greater self-assurance.

Speaker 1 (13:02):
It provides the framework, maybe, and the
encouragement to make thatinternal work feel more focused,
more effective.

Speaker 2 (13:09):
And ultimately more sustainable, easier to stick
with.

Speaker 1 (13:12):
OK, so for everyone listening, think back to the
beginning of our chat.
Those times when that innercritic starts piping up, maybe
consider this Journaling.
Especially if you use a toolthat's thoughtfully designed for
it offers a really practical,accessible way to start building
that self-assurance.

Speaker 2 (13:30):
It's about taking that active step, isn't it?
Towards understanding yourselfbetter.

Speaker 1 (13:34):
Yeah, celebrating your progress, however small,
and consciously, deliberatelyrewriting that internal
narrative.

Speaker 2 (13:40):
Which brings up a final thought, maybe something
for you to reflect on.
Think about one small, specificnegative thought that tends to
surface for you regularly.
Just one Now imagine thepotential impact if you
consistently challenged andrewrote that single thought day
after day within a dedicatedspace like a journal.

Speaker 1 (13:59):
Okay.

Speaker 2 (13:59):
What other areas of your life do you think might
start to shift in a positive wayas a result of cultivating that
increased self-belief, justfrom tackling that one recurring
thought through the simple butpotentially powerful act of
journaling?