{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"3 Steps to Strengthen Your Self-Confidence","description":"Confidence is a key to high performance. Unfortunately, confidence is often misunderstood and people overlook the most important part - self-worth. Most people struggle with self-confidence because the self-talk in their head is their own worst enemy. Here are 4 other reasons why people struggle with self-confidence: Yo-Yo Confidence: Tying their self-image to external results or praise Imposter Syndrome: Believing they are not worthy and\/or don\u2019t belong Victim Mentality: Blaming others and not taking responsibility Negativity Bias: Constantly beating yourself up and overly focusing on the negatives However, you can go from being your own worst enemy to being your own best ally by following these 3 steps to strengthen your self-confidence: Step 1: Start with the Roots of the Tree - Self-Worth Step 2: Grow a Well Rounded Tree Step 3: Put in the Work & Own Your Capabilities Listen to this episode for a full explanation of each step. The most important takeaway from this episode is that you are in control of your self-confidence. Start by strengthening your self-worth, then grow a well-rounded tree by developing your self-esteem, self-confidence, and self-efficacy. Self-confidence is a skill that can be developed if you\u2019re willing to put in the work and own your capabilities. Be your own best ally, not your own worst enemy. ","author_name":"The CEP Mindset Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/cepmindset.com\/","html":"