Tips For Building Self-Confidence
- Acknowledge
Your Uniqueness.
Believe
in yourself and know that you are one of a kind. In the words of Walt Whitman
know:
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"That
you are here--that life exists, and identity;
That the powerful play goes on, and you will contribute a verse." |
There
is no one else like you on this planet. No one looks like you, has the same
talents, experiences, or perspective as you do. You are unique and are
therefore here to make your unique contribution. If we each focus on what we
bring into the world to share, there can be no comparisons, envy or regret. We
are here to "contribute a verse".
- Give
it Your Best.
When
you do the best you can, with the best of what you've got, you can't help but
feel good about yourself and that confidence comes through in everything that you do. Giving it your best
makes you unafraid to take risks or step out of your comfort zone - both
great confidence-builders.
Persevere.
Everybody
has setbacks and obstacles to contend with. Don't let them undermine your
confidence. Treat them as opportunities to strengthen your resolve and then
persevere. See Article: The Power of Persistence
Overcome
adversity.
Overcoming adversity builds and strengthens self-confidence. The greatest songs,
works of art and literary pieces have been written by those who have
experienced the depths of despair, loss and emptiness and overcame them.
Experiencing sadness and loss, and then rising above them, gives rise to hope
and triumph. It makes you stretch and become more than you were.
