#589: How to Become More Self-Assured and Better at Self-Advocacy

Podcast #589HOW TO BECOME MORE SELF-ASSURED AND BETTER AT SELF-ADVOCACYIf you're someone who likes reassurance, or who needs the affirmation of others, then it's time to work on your skill of self-assuredness. Self-assuredness, like any other facet of confidence, is a skill that anyone can strengthen and improve. When you learn how to practice the skill of self-assuredness - and more importantly, what to say to yourself to prime your mind to be self-assured - you can confidently walk into any unknown or uncertain situation with confidence. This episode will give you the tools and exact thoughts to think to deepen this skill and to create unshakeable self-assuredness.In this episode of The Confidence Podcast, you're gonna learn about:* How to become more self-assured* What to say to yourself to increase your self-assurance* Why practicing speaking up for yourself increases your self-assurance. ANNOUNCEMENTSGo Deeper:Create a lucky life - get yourself into the coaching in the COC this month.www.collegeofconfidence.com3-Month 1:1 Program for High Achieving Women who want more:-Mastering Your Future Self-Rewiring Your Inner Self-Talk-Creating Next Level Opportunities-Increasing Your Income by 30%-Increasing Your Free Time by 30%ABUNDANT AND ACCELERATED$4997Get access at www.trishblackwell.com/abundantSELF-ASSUREDNESSSelf-assuredness doesn't mean always knowing that you've got it.It's the ability to talk yourself through itSelf-assurance refers to a sense of confidence, belief, and certainty in one's abilities, qualities, and decisions. It involves having a strong belief in oneself, one's judgments, and the capacity to handle various situations effectively. Self-assurance is characterized by a calm and composed demeanor, as well as a firm belief in one's own worth and capabilities, irrespective of external circumstances or opinions. It is often associated with inner strength, resilience, and a positive self-image, which enable individuals to navigate challenges and pursue their goals with conviction and determination.Self-assuredness is an action, not state of beingOverall, the pursuit of self-assuredness often involves a combination of self-reflection, skill-building, and adopting empowering beliefs and behaviors.Reassurance-an act of building someone up-reassure yourselfSelf-assuredness doesn't mean always knowing that you've got it.It's the ability to talk yourself through itWhat tension is a sign of …-pressured success-self-assuredness is leaning into success with relaxed, confident energySelf-assuredness is being willing to strike out and still show up with confidence. It's belief in the process and in your inevitable success.You can accept criticisms and things not going right, and believe that they will work out.WHAT TO SAY TO CREATE SELF-ASSUREDNESSI've got this.I can figure anything out.Little by little, big things get done.I am capable and coachable.I can handle whatever comes my way.I'll be ready when I need to be - I shine brightest when it's most needed.Today I'm becoming better.I have a winning mindset and I am creating a winning life.I have all that I need right now. SELF-ADVOCACYSelf-advocacy is the act of speaking up for oneself, expressing one's needs, desires, opinions, and rights in a respectful and assertive manner. It involves actively asserting one's interests, preferences, and concerns in various situations, such as in personal relationships, educational settings, workplaces, and within communities.Every time you self-advocate, you increase your self-respect.Think about how easy it is to advocate for your children, or best friend. What if you treated yourself similarly?You've got to know the following:-That you have value-That your opinions and preferences matter-That you're worth standing up for-That ...