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.
Stacey House
I’ve realized that confidence and self-esteem are an ongoing thing. It’s something you can always grow in. Realizing that you’re more than enough may come from tons of hardship. I am a rock climber and surfer. When I compare myself to my fellow athletes, I have good days and bad days in rockclimbing. Read more>>
Courtney Andersen
My self-confidence started the day I quit drinking alcohol. I was in a cycle of addiction for ten years with alcohol from nineteen to twenty-nine. When I stopped the madness, I slowly rebuilt my self-esteem by changing my actions and diving into personal development. Read more>>
Vanessa Gonzales
I’ve learned to love my inner self for there is no body part on us that defines who we are. The happiness I hold within can only be disturbed by me. Read more>>
Dasja White
My confidence and self-esteem has improved tremendously. Hair is my passion so I always had confidence in the things that I’m passion about. I started therapy in 2022 and that helped build my confidence and self esteem in everything I do. Read more>>
Tom Wiggins
That’s a great question. Let me give you just a little background. I am an only child of older parents. Both my parents were in their early 40s when I was born. They treated me as an adult most of my childhood and I was expected to act accordingly. After college, I moved away from home and had a job in a shipyard where I learned to problem-solve and think on my feet. Read more>>
Kellie Block
I am my Biggest competition! I see what others create and take it to the highest level. I never say Can’t and Quitting is never an option! Do it the Best way possible or don’t do it at all. Read more>>
Dane Rauschenberg
The best way to develop confidence or self-esteem is by accomplishing something, anything, and then using that to move on to the next thing you wish to accomplish. I have a health self-confidence because I did plenty of small things which lead to medium things which led to large things. Some people see looking at your achievements and thinking you can do more as cocky. Read more>>
Antonio Francisco Lewis
Growing up, the roots of my confidence and self-esteem were meticulously nurtured by my parents. They were observers, always tuning into my likes, dislikes, interests, and innate strengths. Recognizing my natural inclinations towards science and creativity, they granted me a unique responsibility: I became the family’s resident expert on anything scientific or creative. Read more>>
Dr. Joy Pedersen
I was timid and was raised to be concerned with what the neighbors thought, which was significantly inhibiting and limiting. As an adult, I was called to channel and publish a book by Archangel Michael. Taking the dictation was easy, but the challenge was not getting it published because I was embarrassed to tell people I could channel angels. Read more>>
Anna Jaworski
“I really wish there was a conference like this for parents,” I said to a group of doctors in Atlanta, Georgia. Read more>>
Challis Bruce
Confidence and self esteem never came easy for me. Especially growing up down south in a Christian home, and simultaneously figuring out who I was. I struggled with my looks, and my sexuality. Also being jealous of my older brother who was the popular guy. The athlete, the masculine male figure who had all the girls. Read more>>
Lucas Roy
Confidence and Self-esteem don’t happen with the snap of a finger. At times, I still lack both. Like most things in life, confidence and self-esteem are just habits that are built through everyday life. Most of the time confidence comes with practice and experience…the more you practice and the more experience you have, the higher your level of confidence. Read more>>
Markita Adair-Crudup
It’s still under construction (lol) but I have come so far from where I once was. I’m fortunate enough to be surrounded by friends and family who see me in a way that, sometimes, it’s hard for me to comprehend. So, I decided that I want to be the person that they know I can be. Everyday I recite affirmations. Read more>>
Ginny Kappel
I’ve developed my confidence and self-esteem over time, through experience, pain, failure, support and healing. Like most skills or qualities, they are learned, not necessarily inherent. When I reflect on this question, I think about self-acceptance first. If I don’t accept myself as I am, how can I truly be confident? Read more>>
Myra Hollis
My confidence has been a life long journey, I think about something my mom told me as a kid which was always hold your head high. She meant it literally and figuratively. There is something special about walking with your head high that tells your brain that you can conquer the world. I notice on days where I don’t feel as highly about myself when I push myself to hold my head high a shift happens. Read more>>
Rayna Verdine
I developed my confidence and self-esteem from gaining much support and love from family, friends and my community. I don’t know where I would be without that kind of love and support. It pushed me and made me excel in many different talents I didn’t think I could ever master. It made me want to be great. Read more>>
Kristy Cronister
My confidence has been developed through overcoming adversity and intentionally challenging myself for as long as I can remember. I’ve always chosen the path of most resistance and set goals that truly challenged me. When we choose to put ourselves in situations that make us uncomfortable, that force us to question our abilities, we give ourselves an opportunity to develop confidence even when we fail. The simple act of facing our fears, taking on challenges, and growing from that experience develops our self esteem. Read more>>
Blayr Barnard
Confidence is such a difficult trait to develop when coming from childhood trauma. My mother had mental health disorders and one of the outcomes of her BPD was crushing those closest to her. At 16, I won Youth Secretary of State for the YMCA Youth and Government Program after getting to present my speech at the State Capital through a very competitive election coming from a tiny district and a year younger than the other competitors – Read more>>
Janeskha Solis
I think growing up in Mexican household, really shaped me into the confident person I am today. I don’t think my tias or family members really meant to hurt my feelings by low key telling me I was getting “Gordita” every chance they got. I believe they were just a product of what they raised in back in their day. Growing up, I did see a lot of self esteem issues around me. Read more>>
kathy pope
There are certain areas where I am very confident but it’s easy to struggle with putting my art out into the world for people to see. It’s a vulnerable feeling and can make me second guess myself. But I try to focus on the positive feedback that I receive and know that not everyone will like my work and that is okay. Read more>>
Tracy Stevens
I picked this question because I found it interesting. The truth is, I never heard of confidence or self esteem until I was in my 20’s. I’ve always know I was different but the people around me, family and friends, always made me feel special. Read more>>
Courtney North
I think developing confidence and self esteem is an ongoing process for me, it’s something I have struggled with my whole life. Read more>>
Lucy Kull
Confidence and self-esteem are qualities that underpin personal growth and resilience. This journey of self-assuredness is a continuous one, marked by various milestones and personal insights. Read more>>
Inklyne
Since I’ve grown, I learn a lot of things I’ve learned that if you don’t put in the work, you will not see any results That’s when I realize that I only need myself, and it depends on me for me to become what I want to become. Read more>>
Kayla Sutton
Consuela Chapman
Confidence, self-worth, and self-esteem are popular issues that I get to help others improve as a Mental Health Provider and Coach at Choices In Wellness PLLC. So, it’s been important for me to maintain a healthy sense of self. How did I get here? Well, my self-esteem was nurtured in childhood. I grew up in a two-parent household middle class. Read more>>
Nicole Springer
One of the biggest struggles in my adult life has been to rebuild my confidence. Like many adults, I discovered in recent years that my self-esteem had been crushed by the hurt I have endured throughout my life and was causing me daily suffering in turn. I realized this as a I decided to pursue music full-time, all on my own as a solo artist. Read more>>
Kelvi Wilson
My confidence and self esteem came with starting Kelvi Doviar Cosmetics. The brand stands behind confidence within women in general . When a woman gets dressed up and fixes herself up to the full capacity these is nothing wrong with a little make up , lipgloss, lashes , eyeshadow or foundation. Read more>>
Lillian Parham
As I reflect on how I developed my confidence and self-esteem, I realize that I have my parents to thank the most. They always poured into my siblings and me growing up, always making sure we were aware of our potential and fostering our gifts. They encouraged us in academics as well as athletics. Read more>>
Jesica Williams
I’ve discovered my own confidence in myself thru taking leaps and accomplishing tough feats. Thru seeing them through and trusting that the situation will work out for the greatest good, I’ve developed the will power and confidence to know that I can trust myself. This helps me lean into making tough decisions to exit situations when needed, take leaps, and really go for it, knowing it will all pan out. Read more>>
DJ CUFF
Well it’s certainly not easy, but I think as a creative, musician, artists, etc you have to constantly tell yourself that you are literally THE BEST. It’s not necessarily cocky or arrogant, even though you’re touching a very thin line, but along with this mindset you also maintain humble and grounded. This is key because it is so easy to not find worth within your work which is an extension of you and your being so you may lose worth of self in the process. Read more>>
Alex Poscente
I’ve always possessed a deep sense of self-worth and confidence. Having an Olympian as a father and a serial entrepreneur as a mother, high voltage environments were comfortable for me. Since I was young I would set goals and start things, initiating the 0-1 phase with ease and energy, and would see them through. I think my confidence comes from the fact that I have achieved a lot of the things I set out to accomplish. Read more>>
Tiara Darnell
Moving abroad to Morocco to do the Peace Corps was the single most transformative personal development experience of my life. The culture in Morocco is different in so many ways from that in the U.S. and even though I was there supported by the Peace Corps it was really my first opportunity at solo travel, in addition to being my first experience living long-term outside of the U.S. Read more>>
Haley Hansen
I think being a photographer has helped me appreciate the uniqueness of people and celebrate differences. I aim to make others feel confident in themselves no matter what, and that has helped me look at myself differently. I think it’s common to be very self-critical, I am no exception of that, but now I have learned to give myself more grace and love myself. Read more>>
Tay Sangiorgio
As a small business owner running an online women’s clothing boutique, developing confidence and self-esteem has been a tough, but very essential part of my journey. Here are some key factors that I truly believe contributed the most to my personal growth in this regard: Read more>>
Andrea (Dreya Starr) Garcia
Developing my self-esteem as a person was closely followed by finding confidence as a singer. When I was studying at the University of Florida, I had an existential crisis and was gripped by the fear of losing my voice, because I thought that if I lost it, I would have nothing left. This fear combined with my stage freight consumed me for months as I prepared for my junior recital and it made me think I would be worthless were I to stop singing. Read more>>
Sharisse Rowan
I developed my confidence and self-esteem from my belief in God. Knowing He loves me gives me a strong sense of self worth that no-one else can give. I have a loving family who supports me in my business. I put them first always and that has made a lot of my business decisions for me. Read more>>
Liam Gordon
This is a great question and one I find hard to answer without a long meandering story of my life so I will try to keep it to the specific things that helped me to get there. Read more>>
Stacie Aamon Yeldell, MA, MT-BC, AVPT
First of all, for me, there is no “arrival”. I am still developing my confidence and self-esteem…I am in a continuous practice of becoming. Interestingly enough, my journey to self-love, self-esteem and confidence has unfolded through experiences that were quite the opposite. For most of my adult life, I was seemingly stuck in a debilitating pattern: I would constantly attract people that were emotionally unavailable or presented with a fear of intimacy. Read more>>
Artie Terra
As a woman making Erotic- Dadaism art I often wonder where I fit into the art world, but I remind myself that I love what I do. I have the honor and privilege to make strange art. There are also a lot of self-love conversations in the mirror as well. As a society, we tell each other to have respect, understanding, and patience with each other but not ourselves. It takes time to have kindness for yourself, but I believe it’s worth the practice. Read more>>
Vidhya Ganesh
As I continue my learning and self-improvement journey through the Kumon methodology, I find myself reflecting on past experiences that have shaped my current position in the field of math and personal development. By comprehending parental concerns, recognizing children’s true capabilities, and honing my instructional and observational skills, I’ve cultivated a schedule that empowers students to excel not only within the framework of Kumon but also in broader academic contexts. Read more>>
Kevin VanEmburgh
Building confidence and self-esteem as a photographer and artist for over 20 years, despite facing many rejections, is no easy journey, but worth it. I believe I have a passion and dedication to my craft that keeps me coming back. Passion for your craft is often the first step in building confidence. Dedication to consistently has helped me more than anything else. Read more>>
KingDarius TheGreat
I developed both confidence and self-esteem once I embraced the concept and understanding of Self Love. All too often, it’s easy to fall victim to what society says one should look like, how one should dress, and what they can or cannot do based on their environment coming up. I learned over the years that I will refrain from letting others opinions of me define whom I truly am and what I see for myself. Thanks to this thought process, my confidence and self-esteem are enormously strong. Read more>>
Knives Monroe
Developing confidence and self-esteem comes from being uncomfortable and challenging yourself. I want to sleep in every night but, but confidence and self-esteem doesn’t build from that, not for me. Read more>>
Mariama Sallah
Growing up in The Gambia, I struggled a lot with confidence and self esteem as I heard these words a lot “you are stubborn, stupid, and fat.” Those words pierced through me like a thousand shards. I had ADHD as a kid but most people don’t know what that is back home including myself so they called it “stubborn.” I found out in 2022 that I have ADHD which makes so much sense why my brain, and my life had always been chaotic. Developing my self esteem and confidence was a tough journey which required a lot of mental work to accomplish. Read more>>
