Self Confidence 3245235

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It is almost impossible to say what self confidence is

exactly, but there are some generally accepted descriptionsof it.

Self-confidence is an attitude that is characterized by apositive belief that you can take control of your life and ofyour plans. It is a belief in your abilities. Confidence is thestate of being certain that a chosen course of action is the

most effective given the circumstances.

People who are self-confident are those who acknowledgetheir capacity to do something and then proceed to do thesethings. They do not rely on the approval of others.


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Confident: (noun) Freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and yourabilities. Confidence (or self confidence) is about beliefin yourself and your abilities, but not the absence of doubt.

Doubts create anxiety - which sets of a physiological reaction in thebody.

The graph below shows how performance increases (up to a point)when anxiety decreases and vice-versa.


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Self-confidence is one of the key ingredients to asuccessful, happy life. Not only will a useful dose ofself-confidence improve your business interactions, itwill improve your social interaction and chances atclimbing the ladder of success.

It helps in

1. Balancing Self-Confidence and Self-Obsession.

2. Business.

3. To achieve our goals and to be successful.

4. Social Interaction.

5. To live a happier life.

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1. Dress Sharp

2. Walk Faster

3. Good Posture

4. Personal Commercial

5. Gratitude

6. Compliment otherpeople

7. Sit in the front row

8. Speak up

9. Work out

10. Focus on Contribution


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Exercises

Like physical exercise, self confidence exercises are a wayof building strength. Instead of focusing on physical

strength, these exercises build character and self-respect.

For these self confidence exercises, you will need a specialjournal. The first exercise is at the end of each day writedown any event in which you receive positive feedback.

You can also include in your journal memories of pastevents that you handled well.

Challenge yourself to take a risk to confront a situation


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Exercises (cont.)

There is no room for negativity in this journal. The purposeof these self-confidence exercises is to get in the habit of

expressing praise toward yourself. Each day, the goal is torecord at least one thing you did right.

If you dont have a particular event to write down, fill in the

blanks of the following types of sentences: The thing I do best is Something I have accomplished is One of my best character traits is I am proud of myself for

I am working to improve


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Exercises (cont. 2)

Self-confidence exercises can also include affirmations.Make positive statements to yourself first thing in the

morning, before the concerns of the day have set in.Several times a day, continue to repeat statements such asthe following:

I am confident in my ability to handle whatever will come

up today I am improving every day I deserve to be happy and successful

These self-confidence exercises are small ways you can


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Negative thoughts and feelings only bring you down andlower your confidence level.

Some people with low confidence will refuse to acceptthe compliment by saying something like, "Oh, I justthrew this outfit together, " or "It wasn't really my bestwork." Others accept the compliment on the surface butsilently counter the sentiment in their minds.

Compliments should build your confidence in yourpositive qualities instead of becoming a case study inhow your lack confidence.

Remove negative influences from your life, you'll be


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When you have a positive thinking mindset you almostinstantly find answers to even the most complexproblems and challenges.

Positive thinking can help to:a. Develop a positive attitude and working on positive

thinking exercises.

b. Deal with the reasons for lack of confidence andworking on techniques for building self-esteem andself confidence as well as helping you to becomemore assertive.


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Too many people overvalue what they arent and undervaluewhat they are.

- Malcolm Forbes

Nothing builds self-esteem and self confidence likeaccomplishment.

- Thomas Carlyle

Its lack of faith that makes people afraid of meeting

challenges, and I believe in myself.- Muhammad Ali

I feel like our future is our confidence and self-esteem.- Tupac Amaru Shakur


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