Letās face it: life loves throwing curveballs. Itās almost like thereās a little mischief-maker out there, plotting, āHmm, how can I shake things up today?ā But, hereās the beauty of itāeach obstacle is a hidden opportunity to grow stronger, bolder, and, yes, a lot more confident.
Step One: Embrace the Obstacle (Briefly)
So, youāre strolling along, and bam! Here comes a new obstacle. Maybe itās a challenge at work, a personal setback, or something unexpected that throws your plans out the window. Instead of thinking, āWhy me?ā switch it up! Imagine saying: āHello, obstacle, thank you for the lesson!ā Just think of it as that friend who gives the tough advice no one else dares to offer.
Yes, weāre actually thanking the obstacle here. Why? Because every time you overcome one, youāre chiseling away at self-doubt and adding bricks to the fortress of your confidence.
Step Two: Acknowledge the Growth (With a Little Sass)
Obstacles arenāt just there to annoy us (although they sometimes do a great job of that). Theyāre here to push us, stretch our limits, and help us discover parts of ourselves we didnāt even know were there. Every time you tackle a challenge, youāre growingānot just stronger but more resilient and self-assured. Itās like a workout for your confidence.
Imagine saying to your obstacle, āThank you for making me stronger, more confident, and more resilient! I understood the lesson. Now, get out of my face because nothing will stop me from reaching my goals!ā Itās empowering, isnāt it? And thereās a bit of satisfaction in bidding farewell to each hurdle with a ābeen there, done thatā attitude.
Step Three: Celebrate the Small Wins
Confidence isnāt a sudden burst of unshakable belief in yourself. Itās the collection of all those small victories. Each time you face a challenge, your confidence muscles flex a little harder. Think of it like leveling up in a video gameāyouāre gathering skills, boosting resilience, and gaining tools that make you more prepared for the next round.
Take a moment to celebrate each win, no matter how small. Whether youāve handled a tough client call, navigated a tricky conversation, or managed to get through a day that started out rough, every win counts. Laugh at your obstacles when you can, and pat yourself on the back for getting through.
Step Four: Trust the Journey
Building confidence isnāt a straight line; itās a squiggly, twisty, often ridiculous road. There will be ups and downs, but as long as you keep moving forward, youāre on the right path. Trust that every obstacle is another chance to grow. The bigger the mountain, the more satisfying it is to climb.
So, the next time life throws a challenge in your way, welcome it. Learn from it. Laugh at it. And then, confidently tell it to step aside because youāre just getting started. This journey is yours, and every obstacle is just another step in building the powerhouse that is you!
Elga Lejarza
Founder/CEO
Lejarza HR Consulting