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​The Power of Self-Confidence

I think we have all seen or read about the extraordinary power of self-confidence. But not everyone can embrace this energy and boldly believe in themselves. Perhaps it's something you struggle with, as well? Read on to understand what self-belief is and how to cultivate more self-confidence in your life.

For those that believe in themselves, nothing seems to hold them back. It almost sounds like magic, all they have to do is commit to a project or situation, and they seem always to succeed. 

How would your life change if you mastered this mindset and had the confidence to try for more? ​

First, let's look deeper at self-belief.

A healthy self-belief gives you the power to push forward during difficult times and to defy the odds. You can handle any roadblocks that come along. When you believe in yourself, you will easily brush off the naysayers and negative people. Also, instead of worrying over every decision and second-guessing yourself, you have peace of mind, knowing you are doing what's right for you.

How do you become more self-confident?​

One way is to define your goals. You wouldn't expect an airline pilot to fly to a new country without a map. You, too, need a map to guide you. I see too many people skip this step, and then they are left wonder why they aren't getting anywhere. 

For instance, instead of saying, "I want to be happy," make a list of things that make you happy and then set goals to engage in those activities. Or, if you know your current career is unsatisfying, set a goal to change careers and work out the necessary steps. I know it can sound overwhelming at first, but breaking down your goal into baby steps will become MUCH more manageable.

Goals are your map, but carrying through with them is only done when you believe that it's possible. The belief is the energy you need to take action. This positive energy will also help you to focus on getting your tasks complete.

 But the cool thing about believing in yourself and your ability to achieve your goals is that moving forward with them, you will also build more self-confidence. Each step you take towards your goals builds confidence and self-belief.

When you become more self-confident, you will also attract people that are focused on moving forward too. You never know who is watching your progress, and you will show them what is possible as you move forward. ​

When you run into blocks (and you will), that confidence will help you move through them. You will also now not become discouraged as quickly or give up at the first obstacles. With self-belief, you will be more willing to try alternative routes. 
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If you are struggling to build self-confidence, you might want to seek out groups of like-minded individuals. It is tough to become more confident when the people around you are focused on failure and are in a negative state of mind. 

Step outside your comfort zone. Attend conferences, meet-ups and sign up for groups online and in person. It's great to get encouragement from groups of like-minded people. You will also make friends with people who share your sense of motivation. 

Plus, it's always nice to know that you have the support of others. They will lend their insight and understanding, which can also build more self-confidence. Your self-belief and self-confidence will strengthen considerably from taking these steps.