At the age of 22, I sustained a permanent hand/arm disability (read the full story in part 4 of my book Confident As Fu*k) and then 10 years later I suffered from debilitating, mistreated hypothyroidism. Ooooo I was mad! Getting hit with two debilitating physical issues in my life...

If you want to untangle some of your personal conundrums in life - start to turn your attention to your subconscious mind. Your subconscious mind can be envisioned as a vast pool of thoughts, memories, and emotions that exist outside of your conscious awareness. Despite being...

I am not religious but I have some great news for you if you believe in the traditional understanding of a God. Let me show you how your religious beliefs can actually help you increase confidence and self-esteem.

“If you want confidence, then understand how much you matter to...

Pro tip: Stop interfering and messing with other people’s confidence unless you want yours to be messed with. Whenever you shake your head about another person and say to yourself sarcastically, “Yeah right, good luck with that,” you are being a downer. Whether or not it is...

Aside from the thoughts you think about yourself, you have self-defeating thoughts about others sometimes too. Those internal thoughts go something like, "Yeah good luck with that" when a friend tells you about a new business plan or a new relationship, etc.

WE HAVE ALL THOUGHT "DOWNER...

I love and cherish my friends. I still communicate with friends I have had since I was 7 years old...and most of my close friends I have known for 20 years or more. Friends are a crucial part of our lives, and they play a significant role in our overall happiness. They offer support, shared...

We've all been there - a delayed flight, a frustrating bank experience, or a bad restaurant meal. These experiences can leave us feeling upset, angry, or annoyed, and the natural inclination is to share these stories with others. But have you ever stopped to consider the impact of sharing...

Being assertive means standing up for yourself or an idea that you believe in. Aggression is an entirely different ball game. Aggressive people are not standing up for their own principles - they are going into battle against someone else's.

Assertiveness comes from a place of confidence.

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At first glance, the idea of writing or saying positive affirmations feels a bit like lying to oneself or self-delusion. I get it - it's awkward and strange at the beginning, but let me try and convince you to incorporate them into your life. Positive affirmations are short, powerful...

Have you ever been asked a question like, "Hey, what are you doing next Thursday?" and felt like you were being cornered into a situation you didn't want to be in? Sneaky, leading questions like these can put pressure on you to say yes to plans you're not comfortable with. There is a...

Unfortunately, money can be a source of stress, worry, and negativity for many people. I have been there myself and it can be challenging not to focus on the reality of your low (and concerning) bank account balance. Our focus must be diverted to a better mindset and outlook. Changing your...

The world is lacking in it and we all need more of it...critical thinking. It is an essential skill that everyone should develop to become more successful and help navigate today's world of pervasive misinformation. Incorporating critical thinking into your life can reap numerous...