Let Your Confidence Win Out

Posted on January 07, 2020 by Vero Shalimo, One of Thousands of Life Coaches on Noomii.

Confidence opens doors.

It generates opportunity, helps you choose your own steps forward, and brings out the best of your skills and talents.

So here’s my take on how to kickstart your confidence right now.

It’s no secret that self-assured people get taken seriously.

They hold their heads high, speak with conviction, and are comfortable with themselves, no matter what.

They have charisma, they are uniquely themselves — and opportunity follows them around.

So what makes these people so special? And how can you tap some of that secret sauce?

In my view, everything starts with belief.

Your beliefs frame the way you see the world and influence how and when you take action.

They influence how you get to be you!

Sometimes these beliefs hold you back, and the more you follow them, the more you embrace the same old same old … and the more you get stuck.

When your stuck beliefs become major blocks you carry through life, it’s time to break the mold, learn new skills, and embrace a few changes.

Here’s how …

1) Boost Your Personal Story

Everyone thinks thoughts in their heads all the time, and these are invisible to other people.

Sometimes they’re words, sometimes they’re feelings, but these moment-by-moment notes to self are key touchstones in your life.

Look to see how often you run with negative or unhelpful thoughts and beliefs.
These are just for you, so why not treat yourself to something better?

Switch ‘em around to more generous outcomes, try checking in on positive thoughts that will help you achieve your goals and aspirations.

2) Win Your Own Prizes

When life is tough, it’s easy to overlook your successes.

But these are valuable prizes, waiting to be won.

So pick them up, polish and cherish them

Pay attention to all your small wins and be kind to your accomplishments.

Here are powerful building blocks on the way to the confident self you seek.

3) Hang Out Smarter

Here’s a thing you see all the time in winning sports teams.

They pull together, watch out for one another, and spur their own success.

When you surround yourself with people whose support boosts your confidence, you’ll feel lifted up and motivated.

Head their way, and soon they’ll be heading yours.

These 3 simple strategies changed my outlook.

Back in the day, I was the shyest girl in the room.

I hung out in corners avoiding everyone.

Sure, I wanted to meet people … but I could never make a move.

Then I figured, Vero Shalimo, if you don’t change things, you’ll be stuck here forever.

So I stepped out and took a few courses, shared opinions and tested things out.

Once I’d got started, my confidence grew.

Soon, I was taking improv theatre classes and speaking at a toastmasters club.

I took care of my beliefs, embraced my small successes, and met up with others to share my improved outlook.

These changes didn’t happen overnight … because sometimes the best things come a step at a time.

And today is the greatest time to start.

Time to get light, bright and real — and let your confidence win out.