#103: Conquering Self Doubt with Positive Psychology Expert Louisa Jewell
What amount of self-doubt is normal? For many of us, lack of confidence leaves us stressed out, anxious, and unable—not to mention unwilling—to go after our dreams. What if you could stop questioning yourself, leave regrets and anxiety behind and move further towards accomplishing your biggest goals?
In this episode, positive psychology expert Louisa Jewell shows you how to use the principles of positive psychology to overcome harmful chronic self-doubt. Her tips and strategies will make a real difference in your day-to-day life—at work and at home.
As Louisa puts it, “Happiness is really having the confidence to show up in the world as your true authentic self and to live your true authentic life.”
Here’s What You’ll Discover
- The importance of celebrating your accomplishments and the surprising thing it can reveal about your life. [07:58]
- A strategy for writing your first book and tackling any other major project—especially if you struggle with perfectionism. [10:20]
- Why you’ll never eliminate all your self-doubt and why that’s actually a good thing. [20:15]
- The reason working hard and being good at what you do doesn’t build confidence—and how to use the power of self-efficacy to get there! [32:10]
- How to fail and get back up quickly—Louisa shares her simple strategy! [40:49]
- And much more…
About Louisa Jewell
Louisa Jewell is a speaker, author and positive psychology expert who has facilitated thousands of people towards greater flourishing both at work and in their personal lives. She is the Founder of the Canadian Positive Psychology Association and author of Wire Your Brain for Confidence: The Science of Conquering Self-Doubt
''Happiness is having the confidence to live your true authentic life.'' - Louisa Jewell Click To TweetLinks and Resources
- LouisaJewell.com
- Wire Your Brain for Confidence: The Science of Conquering Self-Doubt
- Peace Is Every Step: The Path of Mindfulness in Everyday Life
- Canadian Positive Psychology Association
- Flourishing Leadership Institute
- Best Year Ever Blueprint
- Front Row Dads Retreat
- 1 Life Fully Lived
- Purposeful Presentations
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