The author shares their journey through public speaking anxiety, reflecting on how nerves transform into confidence after presentations. They differentiate true confidence from cockiness, emphasizing self-worth without needing validation.
Tag: confidence
But Did you ask
“You get what you get, and you don’t get upset.” This phrase, first brought to me years ago by my preschool aged daughter, validated my complacent mindset. Whether it was my upbringing, my generation’s influence, or insecurities, I’ve learned not to ask for more and to simply accept what I have. For example, when I … Continue reading But Did you ask
Pumpkins and Pausing
I bought two mini pumpkins to use for a Halloween party game at my son’s school. When I got them home, I placed them on the mantle for safe keeping. A soothing sense of calm washed over me when I saw how those little pumpkins complimented the existing decorations. The Autumn magnificence inspired me to … Continue reading Pumpkins and Pausing
Perfect Dysfunction 