057: The Gratitude-Confidence Link: Building Unshakeable Confidence and Achieving Transformative Success through the Power of Thankfulness
The Gratitude-Confidence Link: Building Unshakeable Confidence and Achieving Transformative Success through the Power of Thankfulness
Happy Thanksgiving, y’all! Today, we're diving into a powerful topic: the connection between gratitude and confidence.
The Decision to Climb
Think about this for a moment: when you're going through a pivotal time in your life, personal or in business, one day, you'll look back and realize that was the moment things shifted for the better. But we often don't realize it while we're in the thick of it.
It's true; we only recognize those moments of transformation once we've stepped through them and look back with gratitude.
Gratitude Supplies
To embark on this journey of gratitude and confidence, we first need to decide to climb. We acknowledge the need for change and set our sights on a life filled with gratitude and confidence.
With that decision made, we gather our supplies, which can include tools like a gratitude journal or a commitment to acknowledging the good in every situation.
The Ascent
Phase three is where the ascent begins. We start practicing gratitude, expressing it regularly, and gradually building our confidence. It's like taking one step at a time up the mountain.
As we climb, we make small changes and see ourselves differently. We're flipping the script in our minds regarding all aspects of our lives and businesses.
Overcoming Obstacles
Just like a mountain climb has challenges, real life presents obstacles. But when we're grounded in gratitude, we can use these challenges as opportunities to grow and find the positive.
It's all about turning adversity into advantage. We gain confidence by recognizing our small wins and building resilience.
Reaching New Heights
Reaching new heights is where we embrace gratitude for ourselves and our journey. We acknowledge our progress, recognize our own worth, and celebrate our achievements.
At this stage, we realize that we're capable of reaching the peak and deserving of the view from the top. We've grown into a more confident version of ourselves.
Enjoying the View
Finally, we arrive at the summit, and it's time to enjoy the view. We reflect on how far we've come, appreciate the journey, and acknowledge the people who helped us along the way.
Remember that joy can be contagious, and our journey inspires those around us. So, let's make the climb a joyful one and inspire others to do the same.
We encourage you to take that first step on your own journey. Whether you're starting or in the middle of a climb, remember that you have what it takes to reach new heights and build your confidence along the way.
We're grateful for each one of our listeners, and we hope that our podcast motivates you to embark on your own journey of gratitude and confidence. Always remember, brave looks good on you.!
Links
The Forbes article that inspired this episode.
The leather journal Melissa loves, especially for guys.
HumanKind: Changing The World One Small Act at a Time Book
Episode 28 - Interview with Author, Brad Aronson
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