Self Confidence

Building Self Confidence In Two Funny Steps

2008-11-09T23:27:00.000-05:00

Every one can enjoy a good comedy once in a while. Coming out of a fun movie really can boost our self confidence and help us laugh at things around us. But what if we ‘lived’ our own funny screenplay? May I suggest to you that living your own comedy is one of the best ways to build self confidence. Let me explain with two simple tools you can use in your daily life.

First, make it a habit to laugh at our mistakes. As we get all wrapped up in the tasks at hand, we often allow those things around us to mold our schedules and even our attitudes to reflect ‘our jobs’ not necessarily ourselves.

Be quick to laugh at your mistakes. The truth is that every one makes mistakes. It is a daily occurrence in life, so make the most of it. Being perfect might be a perfect thing to do, but the truth is none of us are perfect. It helps our self confidence to realize this simple fact, and to stop demanding perfect from ourselves.

So, if you can’t help but make a few blunders, then don’t stop yourself from having a good laugh about them. Trust me, others are secretly laughing at your mistakes. Why not you, too?

Secondly, meet the day ahead with a personal challenge to meet. Look at your projects as a puzzle to solve, or a game to complete, or even as a part in a play. By doing this, you can enter into any hard task with a more focused outlook. In this way you can view it more as a hobby than a miserable task that you have to do. This adventure based attitude can change a drudgery into a challenge.

Maybe today’s personal challenge could be an internal secret. For example, let’s decide that today is ‘Think Like A Pirate Day’. I know that’s a little weird, but humor me here.

So every time you answer the phone or deal with someone, give yourself the liberty to think inside your head that you are a scallywag of a pirate thrown into this normal domestic situation. What would a pirate do differently than you?

You may just want to chuckle to yourself about what you come up with, or maybe even talk or act it out. That would certainly leave a lasting impression on others. Whether letting your internal secret out for others to see is a good idea or not, I’ll leave that up to you.

Practicing these two funny steps over and over will help you to see your world in less of a demanding way, and help you to see it as YOUR world. In this way you are actually building self confidence through the act of taking charge of your life, not allowing life to take charge of you.

So, are you game, Matey?

Claim Your Power Now (not later)

2008-04-17T20:35:00.000-04:00

RE: procrastination and self-sabotage

These two seem to be the enemies of us all. What it all comes down to is the only thing stopping US from being (the best) US is US!

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Brainwashing Yourself?

2008-02-22T22:50:00.000-05:00

OK, I admit.

I was a little taken back by the title, too. Until I realized the idea.

Truth is I am a big enough man to admit that there are times when I am OVERWHELMED by all the
emails
advertisements
news blurbs
and other hoops to jump through just as a normal part of modern day life.

Wouldn't it be nice to simply wipe away all the junk in our brains so we could have a fresh perspective.?

I think that is what he is getting at over on the Brainwashing Yourself page.

Check it out at http://www.squidoo.com/brainwashingyourself

You just might find a mental eraser,
-Jack

The World Is A Stage

2007-11-03T00:02:00.000-04:00

Or so said William Shakespeare.

But on the stage, I find myself doing it all for the audience. In life, I certainly must play my role for me alone.

We are all in Life's great play—
comedy and tragedy,
smiles and tears,
sunshine and shadow,
summer and winter,
and in time we all take turns playing all the parts - child, parent, student, teacher, and all the rest.

We must take our part, whatever it may be, at any given time, always bravely and with a keen appreciation of every opportunity, and also with a keen alertness as every turn in the play progresses.

I guess a good personal character helps make a good "entrance" and a good "exit" in this stage of life, contributing strongly to the playing of (hopefuly) a deservedly worthy role.

We are not always allowed or even able to choose the details of our entrance. But the style of our playing, and the manner of our exit we can all determine.

So I am determined to make the most of time as it quickly slips into the past, leaving a full legacy of stories, creations, and anecdotes behind.

Are You With Me? Comment below.
-Jack

PS: Waxing philosophical because, even though I am clearly far TOO YOUNG, found out I am about to be a Grandfather.

Perseverance

2007-08-09T13:13:00.000-04:00

Perseverance

Easier said than done?

OK, so I admit that to build self confidence that

accomplishes lofty goals or
achieves greatness, or even
just 'makes the grade' sometimes can be difficult.

To me, it sometimes feels as if the wind is blowing against me and it takes all that is within me just to stay on track. Ever feel like that?

(You don't have to answer.)

Of course it's much easier to give up than it is
to succeed. That is why so many never see
success. But you are different. Right?

Some have said that it takes hardship to truly
make a man great. I think that is true.

It took a revolution to make a George Washington.
It took a civil war to produce an Abraham Lincoln.
It took a world war to create a Winston Churchill.

Here's what Churchill had to say on the subject.

"Kites rise highest against the wind, not with it." -Winston Churchill

So there you go. Let's always remember that when the winds of opposition blow the strongest...

Fly High,

-Jack

So You Can't Sing. So What?

2007-07-31T02:08:00.000-04:00

Now, get out the spade and till up the soil in your heart because here's a seed you will want to plant there and see grow.

Ready?

It ONLY matters what YOU think.

Let me explain...

The easiest thing in the world to have is an opinion. And even easier than having one, is giving it away.

That is why so many around you choose to tell you theirs. You see, helping you by TELLING you something is much easier than DOING something to help you. That is exactly why those very opinions should be taken with the proverbial grain-of-salt.

Oh, sure, they mean well. They probably even have your best at heart.

Just keep in mind that only YOU can hear the music playing through that MP3 player in your head. Only YOU can dance to the music there, too.

So go ahead and dance,
-Jack

PS: I almost forgot what started this topic. It was a quote from a celebrity autobiography from a few years back. Here's what an unamed studio official commented to this individual once...
"Can't act.
Slightly bald.
Also dances."

The punchline is that this opinion was about none other than dancing legend Fred Astair. So, go ahead...

No matter what they say.... ...DANCE.

Dinner And A Movie?

2007-07-18T15:13:00.000-04:00

Here's a very practical tip that is sure to boost your self confidence levels and even help to build the strong resolve you try so hard to have.

Ready? Hold onto your seats...

Plan a quiet night at home. A dinner and a movie night. TA-DA!

Whoa, there. Before you tune me out never to return, let me explain...

Why a dinner and a movie night?

Well, spending time with folks you like is always refreshing.
Taking time to 'stop and smell the roses' helps to re-prioritize things so we have a more 'centered' perspective.
And finally, don't watch just ANY old movie. Choose one that has inspired you towards greatness in the past. Pick a classic, or a new film that will inspire you.

And about that movie. May I make a suggestion?

Facing The Giants

Overcoming adversity,
finding balance,
rediscovering your core beliefs, and
developing the persistance and determination to win.

You can't come away from this film without at least being challenged in these ways.

Don't believe me, rent it for yourself.

-Jack

Then comment here about the most motivational movie YOU'VE seen lately.

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2007-04-25T02:06:00.000-04:00

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Mediocrity Means...

2007-03-22T00:30:00.000-04:00

Mediocrity...

I suppose I could give several definitions, even out of my Webster's if I chose. But maybe it just might be defined this way.

Mediocrity adv. 1. The passive act of simply being normal.

Think about it. 'Normal' is status quo, 'keeping up with the Jones', simply existing. But who, in the end really wants that?

I would be hard pressed to even imagine anyone at the end of life regretting not buying a new car every model year, or not repainting the house more conservatively, or blending into the crowd better.

Mediocrity means not being bold enough to stand out from the crowd enough and leave a legacy.

"If I had to do it all over again...

...might be the habit of living in regret. True, you can't do anything about yesterday (or even tomorrow). But what about Today?

Do yourself a favor.

Drop your plans for today and
do something SIGNIFICANT.
Make a memory.
Truly 'be somebody', for once.

Then watch your self confidence soar,
-Jack

PS: Don't feel like I'm picking on you, I was taking notes, too.

Internet Income For The Rest Of Us

2007-03-11T04:12:00.000-04:00

No doubt all the internet marketing gurus are hot on your trail, too.

Don't you just hate that?

Because of all of that hype, I was very reluctant to share this one with you. But I felt you needed to know. So this brand new system works like this...

Enjoy the internet like you always do. (after you sign up for free)
Get little deposits into your Paypal account. (Need one? They're free.)
Tell everybody you know (who would like some money)
Not only earn money (for being in the right place at the right time), but earn actual shares in the company.

Look, I'm no salesman, nor will I ruin my reputation here by becoming one, but here's a chance to own a little piece of the internet.

I'd look into it if I were you,
-Jack

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Quote Worth Hearing

2006-11-06T06:10:00.000-05:00

From time to time, it is certainly worth pausing for a minute to reflect on the important words of others that will help to build our own self confidence.

Got A Minute? (good)

There is something about this unspoken football coach that impresses me. And it has nothing to do with his winning records.

"One comes to believe whatever one repeats to one's self sufficiently often, whether the statement be true of false.
It comes to be a dominating thought in one's mind."
- Vince Lombardi

I guess that is true for a Jedi from the light side OR the dark side!

So Be Careful.
-Jack

Our Immune System And Self Confidence

2006-11-05T04:05:00.000-05:00

Immune system effects our attitudes? Feelings?

More than you know.

First off. what exactly is our immune system?

This is the inner (and outer) workings of our body to detect, repair, and ward off any foreign or dangerous conditions in our bodies.

Huh? What foreign or dangerous conditions?

Well there is
* foreign solids like splinters and dirt
* chemical and other toxins not in our body's best interest.
* chemical imbalances such as brain chemicals, lymphatic fluids, and blood chemicals
Just to name a few.

Our bodies naturally combat these dangers in various ways
* our digestive and lymphatic systems and our skin purge the body of wastes
* a fever ensues to kill bacterias dangerous to our bodies
* Involuntary actions also protect us like shock, blood clotting, purging, and fainting.

Much of the sensing of these dangers are performed by our immune system. Even simple things like waking up 'groggy', or feeling 'under the weather' are all indications of a weakened immune system.

I even believe this strongly about this subject.

I believe that even the common cold and flu becomes not an issue of 'exposure' as it is of a 'weakened' immune system. Is that profound for you? It was for me when I first heard it.

Think of it this way. Why does one teacher, for example, 'catch' a cold, while the next teacher (EXPOSED TO THE SAME children) doesn't? It comes down to the current strength of each teacher's immune system.

Truth is our bodies are constantly bombarded with many viruses, bacteria, toxins, cancers, deseases. Most of which we don't 'catch'. That is, most are not allowed, by our immune system, to take hold.

Interesting.

So, in light of this information we can clearly see that not only is our percieved self esteem and confidence effected when we are in a 'full blown' illness, but also in the regular, daily and hourly, 'swinging' of our 'moods'. These moods are most often directly effected by the current strength of our immune system.

BOOST your immunities ....BOOST your confidence.

Interesting,
-Jack

PS: I have more to say on this subject, but I won't bore you with it here. If you would like to know the best tactics to BOOST your immune system, including the best supplement for an immediate boost, email me at jsannerATconsultantDOTcom. I'd be glad to clue you in.

Diabetes And Self Confidence

2006-10-16T18:48:00.000-04:00

Let's not make any mistakes about this.

There are definite physical conditions that effect our energy and confidence levels. That is simply a fact.

Often an overlooked fact.

As most of you know, I am an insulin dependent diabetic. I know from personal experience how a simple change in food or insulin intake can send a good mood crashing to a halt.

But does that make for a reason to give into these chemical demands? NO!?!

The truth is that everyone has ongoing mental variants that are often unforeseen and overlooked. Most likely, we have found, chemical mood changers have to do with 1] blood sugar and 2] our immune systems.

Today we'll deal with the blood sugar issue. While diabetics deal regularly with the large swings in blood sugar, actually we all experience these mood changers, to some degree.

Don't believe me? Feed a preschooler a couple of candy bars and make him sit still for ten minutes. IMPOSSIBLE!

Why? Because the quick-acting carbohydrates fill his/her bloodstream with the blood sugar needed for physical action.

While it is true that all calories in foods become 'blood sugar', the truth is that they don't all become so at the same rate.

Carbohydrates (especially white flour, white sugar) digest quickly and therefore hit the blood stream quickly (usually from immediately to thirty minutes after eating).

Fats (all oils and all types of fats) take the longest to digest. Therefore the blood sugar (serum) levels do not peak as rapidly and quickly.

The final type of calories (see the USDA Nutrition Label on most packaged foods) protein, lies somewhere in between these other types, as far as digestion time.

So, concerning mood...

So, if you need a 'quick pick-me-up', a carbohydrate filled item would do the trick.

If you needed some 'brain food' for a long session of learning or studying, probably a protein filled food would even out the blood sugar to help with concentration and stamina.

And while we do realize that SOME fats are essential to a healthy diet, overdoing this category is never a good thing. That said, the fats and carbohydrates in the food combinations we eat certainly make a difference in stabilizing our blood sugar levels to achieve the proper balance of physical action and mental capacity.

And for the diabetics, this is actually no different. The only other factor is the oral medication (that stimulates the blood sugar production or usability) or insulin (which allows the energy consumption by the body) works in tandem (by bringing the blood sugar levels down by consumption) with the proper diet.

I have heard many (especially new) diabetics complain about the strict meal plan they have to follow. Could you please tell them for me that it is really NO DIFFERENT for them than for anyone else. The truth is, everyone should be careful to eat a proper diet in order for their bodies to be an ASSET to their lives, not something that deters their dreams.

So Lets Get Off Our Assets & Make A Difference In This World,
-Jack

PS: Next time: Part 2 - The immune system & Self Confidence

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Confidence Quote

2006-10-11T02:42:00.000-04:00

Here's a quote that I think sums up a healthy outlook on life.

"Don't express yourself, invent yourself.
And don't restrict yourself to off-the-shelf models."
- Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

Honestly. Who has the power to create a new you if you don't?

Go Ahead, Invent Yourself,
-Jack

Self Confidence Questions IV

2006-10-03T23:37:00.000-04:00

Confident Quotient Questions: the Sequel

2006-10-01T15:01:00.000-04:00

Confident Quotient Questions: the Sequel

Actually I expect there to be about eight or nine self confidence questions in all (so be prepared). I remember the 70’s super group Chicago always named their albums after the number of the album it was for them (Chicago 10 was one of my favorites).

Anyway,

These next two questions deal with looking out for number one. (That’s you)

3. Am I comfortable with what Im doing?

For example, there's always the easy way and the right way when it comes to deciding what goes with a given pair of shoes, or purse, or shirt. The truth is, it IS YOUR CHOICE. In what way does it matter what someone else would have picked?

Peer pressure is something to grow up and out of. It doesn't take a genius to see oneself as someone unique. Variety, by its very nature, brings with it very interesting and exciting options.

4. Have I done enough for myself?

Is there something more you want to do? Have you accomplished enough to make your life complete? No? Why not? What is stopping you from doing what you love best?

Discontentment in every aspect can be dangerous in large doses, but in small amounts can help provide a healthy skepticism that will allow you to see things you could not imagine otherwise.

So be brave. Be bold. Be tough. Maybe Nike had it right.

Just Do It,

-Jack

Two "Confident Quotient" Questions

2006-09-22T06:07:00.000-04:00

Two Confident Quotient Questions (say THAT 10 times fast)

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Anyway....

We all know that we can succeed to higher levels by simply having more self confidence. But on the other hand, those that just ÂoozeÂ self confidence are often oozing their own self awareness. In other words, their own conceit. Where is the balance?

First thing to consider where YOU fit best - somewhere between "used-car salesman" confidence and the confidence displayed by guests on Jerry Springer!

So, as always, instead of starting with studying the latest pop-advise-of-the-day column, letÂs start with studying you. Here are three questions to help you judge your current confidence level.

1] What do I really want out of life?

I guess that is the question of the ages, ranking right up there with "Why did the chicken cross the road?"

Yes it is true that you can have anything you set your mind to in this life. But most live an entire lifetime wavering about WHERE to set our sights. Finding a target to focus on is key.

2] What is it in my life I'd never want to change?

Think it through. What do you look forward to most? If it is not a self destructive activity, plan to add more of it to your life. Chances are this is 'what you were made for'.

By the way, if you don't have something you do that you love doing.
Find something (enough said).

Charles Dickens Said...

2006-09-13T01:16:00.000-04:00

"Marley was dead, to begin with. There is no doubt whatever about that."

So begins one of the most loved stories of English literature. It is set in a dingy, dark, log ago England that Dickens knew all too well himself. Today we have a hard time seeing the times for what they were.

"Are there no prisons? Are there no workhouses?"

Well, no, Scrooge, they are no longer. Except, of course for the jails men build around themselves. Prisons of jealousy, hatred, envy, greed. But I guess Scrooge knew all about those things, too.

Which brings us to the point.

The truth is we get exactly what we deserve out of life, exactly what we planted. So what have YOU planted in your life today? Good self confidence? Why not?

Today Charles Dickens' advice rings true a hundred years later.

"This is a world of action, and not for moping and droning in."
- Charles Dickens

'No Mope, No Drone'...cool,
-Jack

Improving Self Confidence

2006-09-08T05:04:00.000-04:00

Self Confidence. We all had it as a child, didn't we?

If we didn't we never would have
walked
rode a bike
done ANYTHING!
So what's holding you back now?

Here we will discuss several related topics like

build self confidence in your children
building self confidence through associations
confidence is the key
having selfconfidence everyday
self esteem and your health
developing self confidence
make a habit of gaining self confidence
improving self confidence with books
self confidence gone overboard
self confidence building partners
even how to have super self confidence!

Please bookmark this site so you can refer back here. Also email me with which topics are of most interest to you. We can certainly deal with them next.

2URHealth,
-Jack

Self Confidence

2006-09-06T04:25:00.000-04:00

Building self confidence must be THE most important goal of all who wish to succeed. Making the most of this life certainly ranks high with us all.

This site is a digest of news and related information to build self confidence among our readers.

The confidence interval will speed towards winning, if we are consistent with our aim. Join us again, will you?

In strict confidence,
-Jack

Self Confidence

Building Self Confidence In Two Funny Steps

Claim Your Power Now (not later)

Brainwashing Yourself?

The World Is A Stage

Perseverance

So You Can't Sing. So What?

Dinner And A Movie?

Here's Some Great News!

Mediocrity Means...

Internet Income For The Rest Of Us

Quote Worth Hearing

Our Immune System And Self Confidence

Diabetes And Self Confidence

Confidence Quote

Self Confidence Questions IV

More Self Confident Questions To Ask Yourself

Confident Quotient Questions: the Sequel

Two "Confident Quotient" Questions

Charles Dickens Said...

Improving Self Confidence

Self Confidence