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.

Kanna Laird

Growing up in Japan, these were the two areas in which I suffered so much that I developed 20+ years of eating disorders (I am happy to report that I have a happy food relationship and appreciate what my body can do). Lack of confidence and self-esteem made me a person who was always seeking others’ approval, meaning people-pleasing all the time. Read More>>

Ari Hunniford

Let me just start that I am a work in progress when it comes to confidence and self-esteem. I have always presented as a person who is confident but often that was a false-front over a scared little girl who was hoping for validation and support from those around her. Through my spiritual exploration and work, I realized that the validation I was hoping for could come from within.  Read More>>

Josh Baker

Confidence? It’s that unwavering self-belief in your own abilities. It’s a magnet, drawing folks, clients, and opportunities to your doorstep. Some are born with it, others sweat for it. My confidence? It grew as I proved, time and again, that I can make a promise and stand by it, repeatedly. Sometimes, all it takes is 20 seconds of audacity to rewrite your life’s story. If you’re short on confidence, practice it. Read More>>

Morgan Converse

Everyone’s self love journey is different, some take years to find their inner magic, where as others may never find their spark. For me, my self love grew with taking time to learn about myself, heal my hurt and surround myself with people who loved me as much as I loved me. At some point in my 20’s I realized that the little voice in my head was my voice and if I was able to give it so much power, I could choose if that power was positive or negative. Read More>>

Christopher Soriano-Palma

Honestly, I don’t feel confident. In a way, I’m still developing my self-esteem, which is in constant flux with my thoughts, emotions, and environments. I may give off this air of confidence, but most of the time I’m really anxious and scared. And yet, I will admit that somehow I manage to power through. It’s hard to know why, especially given my feelings.  Read More>>

Patty Williams-Downs

I come from a long line of powerful women. Women who defied the odds. Women who said, “At the end of the day, ‘I am’ the end of the day.” Women who kicked socialized norms and fought to create their own. My mom, my sisters, my grandmothers, and my aunts are boundary breakers.  Read More>>

Heliya Alam

It’s actually very difficult I have to say. But my passion, hard work, strong desire to make a change in the the world with my art, to one day be an example for those who look like me and show them that they can do it too, all helps me wake up every day and feel extremely confident in myself and what I strive to do. Read More>>

Natalie Jobity

Growing up, I always struggled with self-doubt and a lack of confidence. I didn’t receive much validation from my family, and as the eldest child, I longed to feel affirmed and accepted for who I was. This desire became even stronger after going through some traumatic experiences as a young child. Read More>>

Edward Kelly

My confidence is much more explained in the “Spreading the Word and Brand Section’ of this article.” Self-esteem was totally another issue.I had very bad acne during my teenage years, They did not have the medications that they have today. Clearasil seemed to be the only answer and that only covered the basic. Read More>>

Amanda Scott

I believe that I lucked out as a kid, for many reasons, but as it pertains to this question I had parents (especially my mom) who showered me with constant loving affirmations of my abilities and strengths. Whether or not they were even true, they were convincing enough in the delivery that my growing brain took them to heart and in turn, blessed me with an inner confidence that has stuck with me even through my darkest times. Read More>>

Benjamin Schnau

One key aspect is the way of how you reflect on yourself and your environment. Have you ever asked yourself who you are as a person, as a human being? If not, then it’s time. It is not just a valuable exercise to learn about yourself in general but discover your strengths and also weaknesses we all have as human beings.  Read More>>

Riki Shore

Whenever I told my dad about an idea I had, or something I wanted to try out for or be a part of, he would ask why hadn’t I already jumped in and done the thing. Like a lot of young girls, I was self-critical and unsure about my abilities, or I just felt that people wouldn’t like me or accept me for who I was. I would mumble something like, “well, I probably won’t get it” or “I’m not really good enough”. Read More>>

Rahi Sarbaziha

I specialize in “Integrative Aesthetics” at our brand-new Beverly Hills, California practice, conveniently located on the prestigious Rodeo Drive. Our spacious facility boasts a dedicated retail area featuring top-notch skincare products and premium supplements. We’re proud to offer a wide range of cutting-edge procedures, including Morpheus 8, PDO threads, and dermal filler treatments. With a team consisting of two highly skilled nurses and two experienced estheticians, we’re dedicated to enhancing your natural beauty. Read More>>

Tanner Hake

Building confidence and self-esteem is certainly something that I continue to strive towards for me now and throughout my life. When I was younger I was completely divided between being terribly shy to constantly wanting to be the center of attention. Once I began to perform, confidence was built around rehearsing and working hard which directly translated to self-esteem.  Read More>>

Dr. Michelle Odette Green

I developed my confidence by being a risk taker, a doer, and a finisher. I learned to believe in the possibility of my dreams and seek out mentors and coaches to help me along my journey.The power of positive self-talk, optimistic thinking, and being prepared has helped me develop my confidence as well. Furthermore, I am confident that if I don’t know how to do something that I can learn. Read More>>

Diego Torres Kuri

I’m fascinated by the skills of confidence and self-esteem. Notice I said skills. You can definitely work on improving them. We are all perfect just the way we are, with all of our flaws and strengths. Read More>>

Jonathan David Martin

Confidence and self-esteem did not and do not come easily for me. From a very early age I suffered bouts of depression, many of them caused by the bullying I experienced at school, playing sports, even at home. There was one bully in particular who mercilessly tormented me far into adulthood: myself. Oh, sure, as an emotionally sensitive kid who didn’t understand that teasing could be a form of play rather than torment, I had plenty of competition from my peers.  Read More>>

Lana Hoover

My parents were well-known in our little town and everywhere we went, my brother and I were told that we were “ambassadors” for the family. We were very proud of that and never wanted to disappoint our parents or cause any gossip. Read More>>

Soheila London

I’ve been blessed to have the woman I get to call my mother. Danette Mahabeer-Turner is the strongest woman I know. I have watched my mother overcome major obstacles and challenges yet stayed strong for me. She perseveres regardless of set backs and always encourages me to stay true to myself. She has invested alot of knowledge and guidance in me. Read More>>

Donnell Alexander

My support system is the reason I was able to up build myself in the most difficult and depressing moments to growing into the man I am today. As a kid I was always alone or by myself a lot of the times so I wasn’t always able to get the reassurance within my own self because others weren’t there to help, as far as family and loved ones, that I needed to create the mindset behind it. Read More>>

Doneisha Wells

I developed my confidence and self-esteem shortly after dropping out of college. I had a full academic scholarship at the illustrious TSU. As a first-generation student, or what would have been, I couldn’t handle all of the pressure to be everyone’s savior. Tired of everyone attempting to live through me, I was not mentally stable enough to stretch myself any further. Read More>>

Masakazu Yamamoto

Simply, my confidence level increased as I experienced more and more, playing music at different sizes of venues with different types of crowds. By gaining experience on big stages where you feel a lot of pressure, it is possible to ease the pressure level when performing on smaller stages. But that doesn’t mean small gigs are taken lightly. Read More>>

Jejuan Smith

I think it came from being an athlete my entire life, my environment was competitive, my peers and I also had siblings. My parents were successful & always giving us more challenges so as time progressed so did my confidence. Read More>>

Hannah Miller

I am Hannah Miller, the creative mind behind INTERIOR RUNWAY, an interior design studio that thrives on pushing the boundaries of creativity and style. My journey has been a remarkable one, marked by personal growth and a profound transformation in my confidence and self-esteem that is a continual work in progress. Starting out, I was often hesitant to fully express my unique design and fashion sense, but with unwavering dedication, continuous learning, and a deep passion for design, I not only honed my skills but also found my voice. Read More>>

Emily Rae

My confidence comes from education, curiosity and perseverance. I firmly believe that to become the best, continuing education within your craft should be limitless. It’s natural to question our abilities especially in the day and age of social media and round the clock comparison. Even with self confidence, I still go through bouts of self doubt and honestly I welcome them.  Read More>>

Monarch

It started as a joke. One day I was very disheveled and not put together but as I walked by my mirror I said “damn I look good” despite looking terrible. The next day I looked better and again jokingly said I looked good. After that I just continued the practice until I fully believed it.  Read More>>

Keivonne Little

Growing up, these were two areas i always struggled in. I used to allow what others said about me to really get to me and the things that were said slowly became how i looked at myself. It was not until around 2018 that my self views began to change. I went through a tough situation and i knew that i could only call on God!  Read More>>

Trenae Watson

As a kid, I grew up thinking I had the highest self-esteem. As the only child, I was given a lot of love and encouragement to do just about anything. My mom had a saying whenever I would leave out the house, “give them runway?”. I walked with my head held high, ready to take on the world knowing I could do anything!  Read More>>

Jocelyn & Justine Wong

I think it’s important to set goals for yourself. You can start small, but dream big and establish a schedule to hold yourself accountable. We first started HangryDiary and never thought it would grow to what it is today. It has always been our passion to enjoy good food and share it on social media. We also learn a lot by following professional accounts and watching videos on YouTube. Read More>>

Rob Kleiner

I think it’s about learning to trust yourself, and that happens through lots of practice. I don’t trust myself to walk a tight rope because I’ve never done it. If I practiced for a few months I might begin to build my confidence but still probably not enough enough to rid myself of anxiety and doubt. After a year of practicing I’d probably be sure footed and have it down. Read More>>

Trapstar Vinc3

Honestly, I didn’t want to be a rapper at first. I was always into sports like football, Basketball and Boxing. I had two older brothers that I used to live with and when I was younger I wanted to anything that they did. I had one brother that did art such as painting and drawing and I had another brother made music.  Read More>>

Sybil Stewart

Sybil Stewart is an educator who helps organizations prepare for the future of work. Previously a Global Director in HR at a SaaS firm she brings lived experiences, know-how, and real statistics worth noting to every stage. In her final position before exiting the corporate arena, she served as Sr. Director of Diversity and Culture within a major fin-tech organization.  Read More>>

Simon Kagiri

I am Simon 43 years old bon in Kenya.finish my academic studies in Kenya too . Went to national youth college for mechanical engineering then went to Kenya utalii college for my tour guide certificate.and from 2005 I have been doing my guiding tours in Kenya. I love that business every day Avery minute keeps me to learn more . Read More>>