Self-confidence

hardships, Lincoln had developed the self confidence he needed to succeed. Historically, Lincoln had many setbacks such as: two business failures, lost eight separate elections, a nervous breakdown while President, and many personal losses (Pratt, n.d.). However, Lincoln did not let these setbacks define him, instead he used them to propel himself forward. In Lincoln’s speech at Clinton, Illinois, on September 8, 1854, he said, If you once forfeit the confidence of your fellow citizens,…

One of the main themes in The Wizard of Oz is the theme of Self Confidence and Self Sufficiency. This theme is mainly conveyed through the Scarecrow, Tinman and Lions characters. The Scarecrow doesn’t think he has brains because he is made out of straw, the Tinman doesn’t think he has a heart because he is hollow and the Lion believes he doesn’t have any courage. All of these characters are under the impression that only one person can give them what they need which is the wizard. Then there is…

If you want to succeed at work, you have to have confidence. If you want to win the love of his life and to enjoy the fellowship, you must have self-confidence. If you want good health, you have to love yourself and have self-confidence. If you want to, in general, enjoy your life, you have to have confidence. But what is general confidence? Today, all full of mouth stories about self-confidence. One gets the impression that this is a skill that you can learn in a week. However, it is a much…

Self-confidence. Oxford Dictionary defines it as, “a feeling of trust in one’s abilities, qualities and judgment”. Growing up, this concept of self-confidence was an unfamiliar concept. I didn’t have any trust in my own abilities. I wasn’t sure of myself in most, if not all, situations I found myself in. It made school, relationships, my job, and life in general very challenging. This lack of self-confidence continued throughout my marriage. As I applied for jobs to make money to raise my family…

An area of weakness I noticed during my first clinical rotation would be my self-confidence. Even when it came down to my review from my Clinical instructor, she also agreed that I need to have more confidence in myself because I know what I’m doing. I often looked at my clinical instructor for confirmation after I would give the patient instructions or different exercises, double checking that I was performing correctly. I agree with the comments that were made and I have realized that I do…

this changed. In the early 80’s, the ads began to focus on making women confident and happy. Instead of focusing on a man’s happiness, the ads began to focus directly on the women. These ads have transitioned from attracting men to focusing on self-confidence and women’s empowerment. The text of a Hilton hosiery ad produced in the 1950’s does not directly state anything about pleasing a man, but it is heavily implied. The text states, “They’re different because…

Aaron Posner and “The Sculptor” by Scott McCloud, we can see how that is true. Asher Lev and David Smith both succeed in their art goals, but Asher’s views on accomplishing them are more optimistic than David’s in terms of his recognition and self confidence. Firstly, Asher and David both find success in their art goals, but Asher has a further optimistic view point on his recognition than David does about his. Asher does not wish or try hard to make his art seen by the public. His whole life…

For this self-examination paper I will be writing about how great I think my psychological state is currently. This paper might sound narcissistic but I was unable to find something that I think I need majorly improve. I might just be in denial of my own flaws, that might be the case but I feel stronger with the opinion that I’m currently amazing. My first great trait is that I’m an optimist; I have always known that about myself because every situation I can find the good. My second awesome…

about.” I never got a good impression of her from any of the upperclassmen. Although I had a flawed impression of her, Mrs. Niestradt became the most influential teacher that I had ever had. Mrs. Niestradt had an impact on my life because she was self-confident, challenged her students, and was supportive. Mrs. Niestradt’s appearance always gave the impression that she was a confident…

During the middle of my second year in JROTC, I earned a promotion to the rank of platoon leader. Although excited to begin, I had to face the hard challenge of speaking in front of people, establishing my own authority, and battling my own indecisiveness. During my installation as a platoon leader, I made a collection of minor mistakes, particularly in where I stood, how to march in, and what to do with my platoon. When giving commands, I had a severe stutter. I failed to voice my authority…