Because sometimes you need a reminder of how awesome you are
Everyone’s confidence wanes now and again. During the last 10 years which I’ve spent in public relations, I developed a thick skin, a strong point of view and a nagging persistence to promote my clients. Despite being confident in my craft and my experiences, there are moments of insecurity and hesitation that creep up on me. These moments could be associated with specific projects, or when I can’t find the right groove with a client or team member. Sometimes the feeling lasts a short while-half a day, maybe more. Other times it lingers for weeks or even months.
Low confidence is like catching a cold. It weakens you and makes you vulnerable. You can’t predict when it will come around, but when it does, you need to take the proper care to get yourself well and back in the game.
I recognize that some people may have a chronic issue with their confidence. For anyone who feels this way, please seek the help of a professional counselor. But if you’re like me, someone who experiences highs and lows without it drastically impacting your sense of self, then you may need a simple way to sort out your feelings. Here are a few tactics which I’ve used to pull myself out of a confidence rut.
