To gain self-confidence, practice these 7 research-based thinking habits.

By Meg Selig

1. Don’t worry if you don’t feel confident all the time.
2. Show compassion toward your Future Self.
3. Practice compassionate and realistic self-talk.
4. Relabel “failures” as setbacks, challenges, opportunities, or learning experiences.
5. Don’t assume that other people know what you know.Own your expertise!
6. Know your strengths.
7. Remember your higher purpose and your meaningful values and goals.

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   https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/changepower/201805/the-7-thought-habits-highly-self-confident-people?eml