Self-confident people are proud of their abilities, and honest about where they need to improve. Part of that is maintaining a realistic focus. Having the ability to see things as they are instead of how we wish or fear them to be. We all have trouble seeing the truth at...

Fear has a purpose. It helps keep us safe, keeps us from taking too dangerous of risks. For too many people though, the power of fear keeps them from improving their lives. In order to become self-confident you must believe you can try to change and succeed. Facing your fear...

When we think of bullying, an iconic image of a bigger, stronger kid taking a five-year-old’s lunch money on the playground probably comes to mind. In the 21st century, bullying has taken on surprising new aspects while maintaining its power to do harm. Yet the constant truth remains that bullying...

No matter what your job, whether you’re a teacher or an accountant, self-confidence is imperative to success. How can you tell if you’re experiencing a lack of self-confidence at work? While clear feelings of self-doubt may occur, it’s not always so obvious. You may find yourself passing on assignments that...

For those who have unpleasant memories of freshman composition, writing may seem like the least likely source of self-confidence possible. With the right approach, it can be surprisingly effective. Think about the last time your self-confidence hit a low. Maybe a co-worker got the promotion you had been hoping for...