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The skill of self confidence | Dr. Ivan Joseph | TEDxRyersonU

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Wellness and Self-Improvement

Key Strategies for Building Self-Confidence:

  • Repetition and Practice:
    • Engage in repetitive practice to develop skills and build confidence (e.g., the "10,000-hour rule" by Malcolm Gladwell).
    • Example: A goalie practiced catching a ball against a wall 350 times daily for eight months, leading to significant improvement.
  • Persistence:
    • Emphasize the importance of persisting through failures and challenges rather than giving up after initial setbacks.
    • Example: Thomas Edison and J.K. Rowling faced numerous rejections before achieving success.
  • Positive Self-Talk:
    • Combat negative self-talk with self-affirmations. Remind yourself of your strengths and accomplishments.
    • Create personal affirmations to reinforce self-worth (e.g., "I am the captain of my ship and the master of my fate").
  • Surround Yourself with Positivity:
    • Distance yourself from negative influences and people who undermine your confidence.
  • Feedback Interpretation:
    • Learn to interpret feedback positively. Self-confident individuals choose how to perceive criticism and feedback.
  • Catch Others Doing Well:
    • In coaching and leadership roles, focus on praising positive behaviors rather than only correcting mistakes. This builds confidence in others.
    • Example: A study showed that highlighting successful actions led to greater improvement than focusing solely on errors.

Techniques for Self-Care:

  • Self-Reflection:
  • Mindfulness Moments:
    • Incorporate quiet moments for self-affirmation into your daily routine, such as while brushing your teeth.

Conclusion:

Dr. Joseph emphasizes that self-confidence is not innate but can be developed through practice, persistence, and positive self-talk. He encourages everyone to believe in themselves, as confidence is essential for overcoming challenges and achieving goals.

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