BoldJourney is all about helping our audience and community level up by learning from the experiences of others. One of the most important topics we’ve been focused on sharing insights and lessons on is confidence building and self-esteem. Below, you’ll find some brilliant entrepreneurs and creatives sharing their perspectives and advice.
Vickie L. Evans
I am the author of a bestselling book, “Know Your Worth (Overcoming The Dragon Of Low Self-Esteem)”. This book is a my therapeutic journey of how I personally overcame low self-esteem that I developed due to childhood trauma, relationship failures, and negative influences. Read more>>
Ebony Jones
Growing up, I was terribly self-conscious. We always had dogs and, invariably, I would get bitten by fleas. (Only as an adult did I learn that dogs shouldn’t have fleas, but I digress.) I couldn’t help but to scratch the bites because they itched so fiercely. My legs and arms were speckled with hyperpigmentation. Read more>>
Ja’son Manwill
Since the age of 7 I have had confidence and self-esteem. It has changed and became more valuable and assured over time. When I was in school I was bullied, and as you can imagine that tore my self-confidence to shreds. Read more>>
Jacquelyn Michele
My journey in developing confidence and self-esteem is never ending. It is a steady, uphill climb to overcome insecurity, fear and shame with oneself. I was born and raised in Kansas City, surrounded by many strong influences that have helped shape my perspectives in life and offer new thoughts about who I am as a human. Read more>>
Dr. Robyn Joppy
First and foremost, I am a woman of faith. I have to credit God for EVERYTHING I have and all that I am, I owe it all to Him. Second, my parents, mainly my late mother, get the credit. My mother gave me reality; she empowered and affirmed me to understand that I can do anything and be anything I choose if I believe in myself and chose faith over fear! I was never allowed to say I can’t or I am at a disadvantage. Read more>>
Kandice Porter
When I was growing up, I was the biggest people pleaser. I mean… terribly. I always put myself aside. I always made sure the other person was taken care of. It was because my self esteem was low. Why was there any reason for me to look out for me when I didn’t even love ME? So guess what? I didn’t. Read more>>
Jacinda MerChant
It took years for me to develop my confidence and self-esteem. The biggest thing I did to develop it was to start believing in myself. When I first started as a wedding planner, I would second guess myself a lot, to the point where I would make myself sick. I had to train myself to stop listening to the devil on my shoulder and trust that I know what I’m doing. Read more>>
Chrissie Starr
From the support of my friends and people who purchase the items I create. One of my favorite things is seeing kids who pick out a plushie I made. Plushies are so dear to us growing up (as an adult too) and knowing that someone is going to love and cherish something I made is an amazing feeling. Read more>>
Alonya E. Lowe
Finding my confidence in all areas of my life has been a process of shedding old beliefs about what would make me accepted. As a child I was always more sensitive than others and had a lot of embarrassment around that, but as an adult I have learned that my sensitivity is my superpower and when I allow my true nature to shine I am more creative and joyful. Read more>>
Isaiah David
“I developed my confidence from a desire to see myself succeed and grow. Growing up, I was introverted and struggled with self-love and self-respect. It took time for me to fully embrace and appreciate the person I am. After graduating college, I realized that to achieve success in any aspect of life, I needed to be confident, fearless, and proactive. Staying quiet and reserved wouldn’t allow me to grow or reach my goals. Read more>>
Charles Wright
The process of developing self-confidence and self-esteem can be challenging, but meditation and yoga practice have helped me to step outside of myself and gain a new perspective. In my younger years, I often struggled with self-consciousness and anxiety, but through my experiences with actor training courses and reading The Four Agreements, I learned to overcome self-doubt and to speak my mind. Read more>>
Dr. Chanel
I developed my confidence from having the courage to be disliked. It truly takes confidence, and let me tell you. I’ve always been a people pleaser my entire life, wanting people around me to be happy that often times and honestly, a great percentage of my life; I’ve sacrificed myself and let a lot of things slide to appease others. Read more>>
Andrea Kucharczyk
Eight years old, hardly a word was spoken from my lips. Instant fear ran through my veins, as a family friend would shutter the words of “hello”. Where did this fear come from? Nowhere really, but it ran strong. My story, like many other Entreprenuers didn’t start out with butterflies and sunshine it started with hiding behind my mom, hoping and praying no one would utter a word in my direction. Read more>>
Marion Doyen
My capabilities in confidence and self-esteem are the result of my education, and professional experiences. Read more>>
Monica Medina Azpurua
Growing up, my dad was my biggest cheerleader, constantly instilling in me the belief that I could accomplish anything I set my mind to. His support and encouragement played a crucial role in shaping my self-esteem and belief in myself. From a young age, my dad emphasized the importance of determination, hard work, and perseverance. Read more>>
Curtis A Miller Sr
My confidence and self esteem started in highschool but has been developed overtime after constatntly being humbled. As a kid I overheard myslef being referred to as a statistic by family members. I remember finding confidence in sports and being an aggressive kid. Read more>>
Andrea Knoche
I prioritize self-care and self-love, and I’ve always been confident with high self-esteem. It’s an ongoing journey that requires daily effort, as growth doesn’t happen overnight. My outgoing and extroverted personality as a Leo loves the spotlight and being the go-to person. Read more>>
Mark Cheung
Growing up in an Asian household, where achievement was measured and compared relentlessly, the pressure to excel academically was all-consuming. Unlike my big brother, who effortlessly aced exams, I struggled to pass sixth-grade tests, leaving my confidence shattered. Read more>>
Jaida Henley
My confidence is a part of who I am. It’s funny—some people highlight my confidence, and others tell me to bring out more. We all have our moments where we can feel small. I believe in confidence because everyone is unique. No two people are exactly the same. That’s beautiful. You have the freedom to be uniquely YOU. Read more>>
Crystal C Martin-Johnson
It took me years to develop my confidence and self esteem. After years of being bullied and mistreated I decided to focus on myself and my goals. I took time to self reflect which lead me to attend therapy, learn cognitive behavior skills, and remove people who weren’t genuine. Read more>>
THE ARTIST SEVEN
I believe my confidence and self-esteem are a product of developing my natural talents as a visual artist in unconventional ways. Primarily, for me it was the act of writing/painting graffiti. Prior to becoming a graffiti writer, in my younger years I was often depressed and had somewhat of a low self esteem. Read more>>
Alexander King
My self-confidence wasn't always a strong trait of mine. As a child, I found success in academics but struggled with feelings of inadequacy. The journey toward building my self- confidence began after I became a parent in my early twenties. I was determined to enter the financial services industry and manage investments as quickly as possible. Read more>>
Sophia Cerrito
For many years of my life my confidence was predicated around the way I looked physically and for most woman, including myself, that is something that is always changing and evolving, so to only feel confident in myself when I felt good physically was so exausting and honestly a pretty empty feeling. Read more>>
Holley Morris
Have you heard that you should always say yes to opportunity? As a visual artist who found her calling later in life, I can say that I agree! No matter how scary or how far outside your comfort zone, you should say yes to a professional opportunity. Read more>>
Kathy Huynh Cabico
I developed my confidence and self-esteem through consistently showing up and doing the work, even when it felt scary and uncomfortable. When I first started my business, I had no idea what I was doing. I didn’t have any prior business experience or funding. Read more>>
Marina Mentzel
Our growth and success are significantly shaped by the support and investment of those around us. In my journey as the founder of urSwim, I’ve prioritized surrounding myself with a network of people who uplift and believe in our vision. Read more>>
Stephanie P Boolean
It’s really true when people say that children closely watch what their parents do or what they’re like. I like to say I’m a mirror of my father’s confidence. I saw how that man carried himself, how he spoke and even the respect that followed him in rooms. I admired that and I knew it was something I immediately wanted to borrow from him. Read more>>
Ms.Yellow
Finding confidence and self-esteem has been a journey for me. But it often involved recognizing and embracing my artistic abilities and finding fulfillment in my work. It’s a humble journey of self-discovery and constant learning. Surrounding myself with supportive peers, finding inspiration from amazing friends and artists and continually challenging myself contributes to my growth and belief in what I am capable of. Read more>>
Ely Holborow
I’ve always believed that true confidence and self-esteem are journeys, not destinations. For me, it wasn’t an overnight transformation but rather a series of experiences and realizations that shaped my perception of myself. Read more>>
Brittany Brave
Developing these skill sets is a process, not a one-off or some magical “aha” moment. I think that’s the biggest misconception and can affect our confidence in the process. We beat ourselves up for not being more confident and that just results in a lose-lose. Personally, I’m my most confident when I’m doing things that are good for me or I’m good at. Read more>>
