Self-confidence isn’t something you wait to earn. It’s a choice you make before there’s any proof you’ll succeed. But I know that choice isn’t always easy.
I used to believe confidence came from accomplishments, but I’ve learned that self-confidence is different. It’s believing in yourself even when you have no evidence to back it up. That belief fuels every risk you take, every dream you chase, and every time you show up for yourself.
If you’ve ever thought, “I’ll feel confident when…” I want you to challenge that. Self-confidence isn’t built on achievements or outside approval. It’s an inside job. In this episode, I’ll show you how to stop waiting and start believing, because confident teens and confident women don’t wait for permission to trust themselves.
Episode Breakdown:
00:00 Introduction
02:55 Definition of Self-Confidence
03:17 What Self-Confidence is Not
03:50 Difference Between Confidence and Self-Confidence
06:00 Self-Confidence and Goal Achievement
06:34 Self-Confidence vs. Arrogance
07:40 Self-Confidence and External Validation
09:05 The “As Soon As” and “Not Enough” Mentality
10:31 Prerequisites for Self-Confidence
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