Confidence isn’t something we have before we try — it’s something we build by trying. Every time we step into the unknown, our confidence needs to be rebuilt. That’s normal.
Think of it like zones:
Comfort Zone – Feels safe, but there’s little growth here.
Stretch Zone – Slight discomfort, but this is where learning and confidence grow.
Panic Zone – Too overwhelming; growth stops here.
To build confidence, we first need courage. Confidence follows action — not the other way around. Start small. Choose something just outside your comfort zone and do it regularly. As you build evidence that you can handle the unfamiliar, your confidence will grow faster each time.
It’s okay to feel unsure. That doesn’t mean you’re failing — it means you’re stretching.
Think of it like zones:
Comfort Zone – Feels safe, but there’s little growth here.
Stretch Zone – Slight discomfort, but this is where learning and confidence grow.
Panic Zone – Too overwhelming; growth stops here.
To build confidence, we first need courage. Confidence follows action — not the other way around. Start small. Choose something just outside your comfort zone and do it regularly. As you build evidence that you can handle the unfamiliar, your confidence will grow faster each time.
It’s okay to feel unsure. That doesn’t mean you’re failing — it means you’re stretching.
