Every day, our team is focused on how to help our audience and community reach their full potential in every part of their lives – personal and professional. Building confidence and self-esteem is one of the most essential requirements for success and below we’ve presented some of the conversations we’ve had around how to build confidence.
Adriana Hummel
Confidence and self-esteem didn’t just happen overnight for me—it’s been a journey rooted in self-discipline, passion, and staying true to who I am. From a young age, I’ve had an internal drive to push myself. I vividly remember setting my alarm two hours earlier in middle school just so I could do my hair and get ready. Even then, I wanted to present myself in a way that made me feel confident and proud. Read more>>
Nikki Mungues
My UPBRINGING & MINDSET. I have been an athlete from the age of 5 years old & I typically would say I got my self confidence from being an underdog in the sport. But I really got my confidence from my upbringing, my parents, most especially my mother. They both always SPOKE belief in me in whatever I wanted to pursue in life. I think that it’s so important to be mindful of how you speak to your kids especially at a young age. Read more>>
Noreen Griffin
I come from a huge family. I mean HUGE. I have plenty of aunts, uncles and cousins and I’m the oldest sibling of 7 children. Yes from the same parents, so we all grew up in the same house. That being said, there was always someone joking on you or pointing out your flaws. It was all done out of love and no one meant any real harm but it did mean that you had to grow a tough skin. My confidence and self-esteem started in the home but it grew through my relationships, friendships and overall view of the world. Everyone is working on themselves, everyone has flaws, and I genuinely believe that there is someone out there for everyone. So don’t hold back!! Be unapologetically yourself and the people who are supposed to be in your circle will arrive and you will shine in ways no one else can. Read more>>
Dominique Evans
As cliche as it sounds. I was born this way I guess lol. I’ve always been very confident in myself at an early age. I correct people when they get my name wrong. Every room I walk into, I set the tone and have a commanding presence. I don’t do it on purpose. I’m just comfortable it who I am. I’m just original Read more>>
Nathan Walker
I believe real confidence isn’t built on empty affirmations about who I am – it’s created through undeniable proof of what I can do. The only way to shut up your inner critic is to provide evidence that what it’s saying is simply not true. When uncertainty and doubt creep in, you need a stack of accomplishments to point at. If you don’t have those accomplishments, what right do you have to be confident? Confidence is earned. Until you have it, the desire for that validation should be used as fuel to build something so amazing that it overshadows the negative voices, both internal and external. Read more>>
Abigail Nydam
I’ve always carried a deep sense of confidence—it’s something I was born with. When I was four, my 90-year-old next-door neighbor, Anne, asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up. Without hesitation, I declared, “a rock star.” That boldness and fearlessness have been a constant in my life—or perhaps it’s sheer delusion. For entrepreneurs, the line between the two is razor-thin, and I’ve danced along it more times than I can count. Read more>>
Patrix & Patrica Cody
Our development of confidence and self esteem came from our parents and travels. Our parents instilled in us to be the best they were could be in what’s we do. To never give up and don’t let your past hurts & mistakes dictate your future. Read more>>
Matthew Rodriguez
Being the youngest of three brothers has been a big part of how I developed my confidence. My older brothers have always believed in me and supported everything I do. They’ve practiced sports with me, and when I walked at New York Fashion Week, they were there to watch me. They also come to my sporting events whenever they’re in town from college, which means so much to me. My parents are just as supportive—my mom always reminds me that I can achieve anything I put my mind to, and my dad helps me with sports and advanced classes. Knowing I have people in my corner has helped me believe in myself and stay motivated. Read more>>
Tonjua “tj” Jones
When I was 14 years old I had a coach that shared something with me that would change my trajectory athletically, socially, and personally. At the time I saw myself as a basketball player, and the Varsity Football coach pulled me aside and told me he saw something special when it came to me as an athlete and person. Beyond being brand new to the game, he told me I had a skillset that could not be coached. From there, I took a leap of faith, trusting his judgment. He named me a starter on a veteran Varsity football team that became the first in school history to make the state playoffs. At the time, I was the only sophomore on the team and had been playing football for only a year; many of the rules and customs of football were still brand new to me. I had no fear or misconceptions and relied on natural instincts as well as what I was told to execute. Read more>>
Malia Brown
My confidence and self-esteem are deeply rooted in my belief in God. Knowing that I am created in His image gives me a profound sense of worth and purpose. My faith assures me that there is nothing I cannot do through Christ who strengthens me. This belief serves as a constant reminder that I am equipped to overcome any obstacle and accomplish anything I set my heart and mind to. Read more>>
Andy James White
Honestly in life I have been a work in progress with this. In art and music it was different. When I was a kid I used art and music to escape what was happening at home. I grew a big imagination to escape the reality of having an alcoholic father. That’s how I developed in art and music. Constantly going to this safe place in my mind that gave me peace. Obviously the more you do something the better you get at it. It was hard for me to notice that until I got to a really good place creatively. Then it gave me a sense of confidence and self esteem.
I think it has taken a long time to recognize how that happened. Read more>>
Gavin Vale
My confidence comes from years of putting myself out there on the internet. Though, I must admit that even now, I am not ALWAYS confident. I often find myself wrestling with self esteem, despite viewing myself as a “confident person”. It’s quite the conundrum. I think, when it comes to real people, its not so black and white. Read more>>
Dr. Sharada Tripathi
As a medical wellness provider, my journey in developing confidence and self-esteem has been shaped by both professional experiences and personal growth. In the medical field, particularly in wellness and holistic care, it is essential to foster a deep sense of trust—both in the science behind what we do and in ourselves as practitioners. Over time, I have built confidence through continuous education, staying updated with the latest medical advancements, and honing my skills in patient care. Read more>>
Tyler Free
Confidence is one of those emotions that most people don’t understand or misunderstand. Some may mistake it for arrogance. Yet confidence is actually belief in oneself due to preparation. Confidence comes from preparation. For example, if I have a test today and I studied for the test, I go in feeling confident because I prepared. If I don’t study for the test I’ll have doubts about my abilities to answer the questions. To me confidence is developed on three levels. The first is at birth. I believe we are all gifted with certain levels of confidence. Second is through nurturing or lack there of throughout childhood. Last but not least, through preparation. Read more>>
Betty Joyce ( Nickname, Bj) Chester-tamayo
I am Betty Joyce Chester-Tamayo,, the baby girl and only child of Alcenia and HS Chester.
Confidence & self esteem was instilled in me in my Mother’s womb.
My mother saying was “ you start raising a Child at Conception.”
I was born in Meridian, Miss in a time of Segregation.
Wow, how surreal.
This is the first time I have put this in an Article and really said it to myself.
I can remember going to Colored Only movie theaters , parks, back door to the segregated doctors office and in the hospital basement the only time I was in the hospital as a child. Read more>>
Monica Abarientos
Building my confidence and self-esteem has been a journey, and it’s something I’m still working on every day. It didn’t happen overnight. It was hard, but I’ve learned to trust myself more and embrace who I am, both the good and the parts that need a little more growth. I used to seek approval from others, but over time, I realized that true confidence comes from within and from what you think about yourself, not from what others think of you. I started celebrating my own achievements, no matter how small, and that helped me see my value more clearly. Read more>>
Donovon Gallion
I developed my confidence & self esteem through out time, I use to suck at rapping .. I had to learn to rap & be confident when I do it. It took me a while though .. but once I started having fun with it more that’s when the confidence really came. Read more>>
John Howell
My dad died when I was ten years old, and my mom was devastated. My older sister was a teen and had other things on her mind. It became clear that if I were to reach my dreams, I would have to take my future into my own hands. I got a paper route and started making my own money. I studied hard to continue achieving grades that met my expectations. I became an Eagle Scout when I was thirteen, which meant I had to wait until I was fourteen to receive the award. Read more>>
Regina Altman
My name is Regina but everyone calls me by my middle name Margold . I’m 23, bisexual, and a beauty-positive content creator from Mobile, Alabama, raised in the close-knit community of Trinity Garden. My love for beauty is deeply personal—it’s not just about makeup or fashion; it’s about confidence, self-expression, and the journey that brought me here. Read more>>
Xinran Gu
When I was a kid, I was very shy and unwilling to express myself. I dreaded situations like introducing myself in public or performing in front of relatives. To escape these moments, I would “play pitiful” or pretend to be less capable, just to avoid the spotlight.
As I grew up, I gradually built confidence through external validation. Whether it was being complimented on my appearance, receiving praise for my efforts, or being noticed and admired by elders, teachers, or even peers, these moments made me feel seen and valued. Being liked or pursued by others also gave me a sense of confidence. Later, when the works I created started winning awards, I felt even more validated in my abilities. Read more>>
Saurabh Sharma
Developing confidence and self-esteem has been a gradual process shaped by my life experiences. Moving from India to London, and now to the United States, challenged me to adapt to new cultures and environments. Every transition taught me the importance of resilience and staying open to new opportunities. Read more>>
Nicole Gil
I developed my confidence and self-esteem through a combination of dance and exposure therapy. Dance was especially transformative, as I once struggled with a terribly low body image and found it difficult to find any confidence in my appearance. However, discovering the joy of movement and allowing myself to feel sexy as I danced helped me break free from those insecurities. Through dance, I learned to appreciate my body not just for how it looks but for what it can do, helping me build a deeper sense of self-assurance. Read more>>
April Young
Working out has been a big part of it . As well as motivational books . Just dealing with weight issues up and down . In 2021/2022, I’ve had a dark time of not feeling beautiful. I had thyroid cancer and removal , 3 skin cancer removals . With the scars on my body, plus stretch marks from children . This last go round of losing 60lbs . Staying disciplined in my daily routine , bad break up . I had learned to be confident. I am beautiful and learned my worth . Learning to fight battles on your own to come out stronger not weak. Read more>>
Shaowen Liang
I wasn’t always a confident person. Growing up, I often doubted myself and hesitated to take risks. In fact, I didn’t even believe I could become a graphic designer because I didn’t know how to draw before college. When I started college, I dedicated myself entirely to learning graphic design, often at the expense of socializing. While this intense focus helped me build a strong foundation in design, it also led to serious challenges with socialization, leaving me feeling isolated and unsure of myself in group settings. Read more>>
Valentina Medini
I would like to answer to all the questions and so I answer to this question because this is the one that includes all the others, in some shape or form. I am confident in myself and I have self esteem because I love myself, self love is the key and since I am very empathetic and also a natural born psychic, emotional intelligent and creator, I want to kindly remind out there that practicing self love is not being selfish, a selfish is a person who always, only takes from others, never giving. And so, practice self love and put yourself first because you don’t have to sacrifice yourself to get love, you deserve love by birth right. Read more>>
