Confidence

Choose to Back Yourself

Think the Masterchef competition is all about cooking? Then you're missing some valuable lessons in self belief

Your Hidden Potential

Don’t let your fear and self doubt stop you from trying. You are capable of far more than you even imagine. Just take that first step.

Belief

Having others believe in you is always a great boost. But it’s your own self belief that’s going to determine if you succeed or stall. Dig deep and find that belief in yourself.

One Step At A Time

Just keep moving forward. One small step at a time.

The first step is always the hardest. But with each action you take, no matter how small, your confidence grows. Just keep moving forward. Remember the actions of confidence comes first. The feeling of confidence comes later.

Banish Self Doubt

Whenever self doubt creeps in, close your eyes, take a deep breath and remind yourself of all that you’ve achieved. Then square your shoulders and feel that confidence. You have it in you. Believe that.

Magnify Your Strengths

Focusing on your strengths, instead of your limitations, will make any challenge seem easier and more enjoyable. Don’t make life more difficult by focusing on your insecurities !

Self Belief, Confidence and Plates of Delicious Food

Valuable lessons in self belief, confidence and what's possible when you have the courage to back yourself.

The 7 Building Blocks of Confidence

Confidence. It's that secret elixir that we all want more of. That feeling that's hard to describe, yet you know when you have it. Here's 7 building blocks to get you started on building your confidence.

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