Joey Massio, a former middle school teacher turned teen coach, shared insights on the difference between being cocky and confident. He emphasized the importance of helping teens move away from self-doubt without fearing appearing arrogant. Joey highlighted a scenario where a teen struggled to acknowledge her talent due to the fear of being perceived as cocky. He explained that self-confidence lies in recognizing one's abilities without belittling others. Joey outlined two tips to avoid coming off as bragging: refraining from comparing oneself to others and being genuinely surprised by one's accomplishments. He emphasized the significance of being able to admit both strengths and weaknesses, as true confidence involves humility. Joey encouraged promoting self-assurance in teens rather than allowing them to linger in self-doubt out of fear of appearing boastful. He advocated for cultivating a mindset of humble confidence, where acknowledging one's skills and imperfections leads to genuine self-assurance without veering into cockiness or arrogance.
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