Unlocking True Inner Confidence: A Guide for Every Woman
- Layla
- Sep 28, 2023
- 2 min read
Ladies, especially those of you who sometimes doubt your brilliance, I’ve been on a transformative coaching journey, and I’d love to share a revelation with you: the secret to our blossoming lies in nurturing our inner confidence.
We all have been there—those moments when the voice in our head whispers doubts, like “Am I good enough?” or “Do they think I’m competent?”. These could manifest in subtle ways: perhaps avoiding eye contact, over-apologising, hesitating to voice opinions in a group, or even shying away from wearing that bold dress you adore. No matter the multitude of strategies or self-help books we delve into, they’ll be of little help unless rooted in our true selves.
To truly rekindle that spark, to stand tall and proud as the incredible woman you are, here are three transformative keys:
1. Honour Your Personal Values
Recognising our personal values is a journey close to my heart, and it should be for you too. Deep within us lie our core values—those non-negotiables that make us who we are, be it love, kindness, ambition, or even the simple joys of life. Feeling unappreciated at work? Perhaps it clashes with your value of recognition. Elated when you spend quality time with family? It’s likely because your value of closeness is being fulfilled. Embracing these values instils in us a confidence that’s real and unyielding. By aligning our life choices with these values, we give the world the gift of the authentic ‘us’, confident and radiant.
2. Strengthen Your Confidence Muscle
Think of confidence as a muscle, hidden but vital. Just as we might tone our arms or legs, our ‘confidence muscle’ requires regular care. If you’ve ever held back from speaking in a meeting for fear of judgement or skipped an event because you felt out of place, that’s this muscle needing a workout. To nurture it, be open to risks, no matter how daunting they seem. Try a new hobby, voice that brilliant idea of yours, or even just wear that vibrant lipstick you’ve hesitated to try.
Engaging more with risk and opportunity demands confidence, empowering us to grow stronger and bolder.
In essence, the path to rediscovering our worth and enhancing our lives is intricately linked to fuelling our inner confidence. By understanding our core values and committing to building our confidence, we step into our true selves, radiant and empowered. Remember, every challenge, every doubt, is just an opportunity to flex and grow that beautiful confidence muscle. Are you ready?
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