You can move from self-doubt to self-confidence in five simple steps. It can't be that easy, can it? It is if you repeat those steps regularly. Your mind is a powerful computer that can be reprogrammed according to whatever information you give it. If you want a higher level of self-esteem and less self-doubt, the following five steps can boost your self-confidence and help you achieve more.
1 – Question Your Doubt
Thinking like an attorney is the first step to self-confidence and healthy self-esteem when you live in a world of self-doubt and uncertainty. Successful attorneys are constantly questioning information. They don't automatically assume that anything is as it seems. Don't assume your thinking is correct when doubt creeps into your mind.
Learn to be skeptical of your thoughts. We have thousands of thoughts every day, most of which are negative. This is your inner critic, your ego trying to keep you safe. It's challenging to conquer doubt if you believe in negative self-talk.
2 – Revisit Past Successes
Successes come in all shapes and sizes. You may have crossed everything off of your daily to-do list yesterday. Perhaps you orchestrated a successful merger between your company and a Fortune 500 firm. Whether your successes are big or small, they are important. They are proof you have what it takes to make good things happen.
3 – Get Inspired
You've taken some time to question your doubt. Previous successes have been revisited. You are starting to turn your mindset in the right direction. Now, you need some inspiration and some motivation to take action.
What inspires you? Who are your role models? What people, goals, or experiences energize and motivate you? Feed off of this invigorating energy. Tell yourself you deserve a great life. Read positive affirmations. Spend time with people that make you feel that you can do anything. Do whatever works in your unique situation to inspire yourself to take action.
4 – Take the First Step
It's time to step out of your comfort zone and take action. Take a small first step in a positive direction. Don't worry about success or failure. Believe in the process, confidently moving toward your goal one step at a time.
5 – Celebrate Taking Action
You acted even though you weren't full of self-confidence. That is amazing! Give yourself the credit you deserve. Celebrate taking action, even if it leads to a less-than-favorable outcome. Confidence is all about acting in the face of doubt. Self-confidence leads to a higher level of self-esteem.
Doubt is okay sometimes. It keeps us from making dire mistakes. It can also keep you from living your best life. If self-doubt is a bigger part of your life than healthy self-esteem, you can change that. Consistently follow this five-step process, and you will become a confident action-taker who believes in yourself and what you can accomplish.
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