Has a lack of confidence kept you from doing something that you know you wanted to do? This is an issue that has caused me to miss out on many opportunities in the past and it is one of the most common issues I see plaguing men today.
I don’t want to come to the end of my life and look back with regret because I was scared to do the things I always wanted to do. I don’t want to look back with regret knowing I let a lack of confidence keep me from chasing my dreams and pursuing God-sized goals. And I know you don’t want that either.
So today I want to give you 5 ways to grow in self-confidence.
1. Develop the Habit of Remembrance
As a man of God, your confidence must start with God. That is a confidence that cannot be shaken no matter what circumstances you are facing. Get in the habit of writing down the God moments in your life so you can go back and revisit them in difficult moments. When you remember who God is and what He has done in your life, you can walk in confidence.
2. Stick to the Commitments You Make to Yourself
If you want to build confidence, start with some small actions that you can take and commit to sticking to them no matter what. You will build confidence as you keep your word. You will build confidence as you take consistent action. You will build confidence as you live in alignment with your vision and values.
3. Grow in Competence
Confidence increases with skill and knowledge. Embrace the learning process and practice consistently to gain expertise and confidence in various areas.
4. Always Be Prepared
Preparation reduces nervousness and boosts confidence. Invest time and effort in preparing for tasks and situations to feel more assured and capable.
5. Make it About Others Instead of Yourself
Author/Speaker Rory Vaden says, "There is nothing to fear when your mission to serve is clear." Anxiety, nervousness, and fear usually come when we make things about ourselves. When you take your focus off yourself and instead seek to put the focus on helping and serving others, you can walk in greater confidence.
