The School of Greatness

The Science of Building Confidence & Self Esteem w/Harvard Psychologist Amy Cuddy EP 1198

Dec 6, 2021

In this engaging conversation with Amy Cuddy, a Harvard lecturer and social psychologist, listeners discover the fascinating science behind personal power and confidence. She discusses overcoming trauma, the impact of body language on self-esteem, and the importance of pursuing dreams despite fear. Cuddy emphasizes practical techniques like power posing and mindful breathing to boost confidence. With personal anecdotes and insights on vulnerability, she reveals how authentic engagement can transform both personal and professional lives.

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Overcoming fears and insecurities by practicing self-affirmation and understanding that our self-worth is not defined by the opinions of others.

Developing personal power involves self-reflection, self-acceptance, and acknowledging our ability to make positive changes and have influence over our own outcomes.

Engaging in expansive body language, such as standing tall and making eye contact, can boost self-assurance and project a sense of personal power.

Reframing anxiety as excitement can positively impact performance and mindset, allowing us to approach challenges with enthusiasm and motivation.

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Overcoming fear of failure and rejection

Many people are afraid of the pressure of not performing well or being rejected. The fear of being ridiculed, laughed at, or told 'I told you so' holds them back from pursuing their dreams. It is crucial to recognize that the opinions of others should not determine our self-worth or define who we are. Practicing self-affirmation, acknowledging our values, and understanding that our value is not based on results can help overcome these fears and insecurities. Embracing an expansive posture and practicing deep, intentional breathing techniques can also help reduce anxiety and increase confidence in challenging situations.

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The Power of Self Affirmation

01:15

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Techniques for Building Confidence and Engagement

01:17

Intro

4min

Shared Experiences and Impressive Achievements

2min

Reclaiming Personal Power

15min

Embodying Values and Courage for Personal Growth

5min

Confronting Social Fears

14min

Empowering Posture and Breath for Confidence

17min

Building Trust Through Vulnerability

8min

The Power of Unique and Authentic Live Performances

2min

Balancing Identity and Personal Integrity

4min

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From Imposter Syndrome to Authentic Confidence

21min

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The Power of Routines and Personal Growth

17min

Today’s guest is Amy Cuddy. She’s a social psychologist, award-winning Harvard lecturer, expert on the behavioral science of power, presence, and prejudice and best-selling author of the book Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges.

In this episode we discuss what it means to have personal power and how to develop it, why it’s important to overcome trauma from the past, how to stop being afraid of going after your dreams, the science behind body posture and power posing and how it can affect your confidence, and so much more!

For more go to - www.lewishowes.com/1198

Read her book - https://www.amazon.com/Presence-Bringing-Boldest-Biggest-Challenges/dp/0316256587

Check out her website - www.amycuddy.com

Mel Robbins: The “Secret” Mindset Habit to Building Confidence and Overcoming Scarcity: https://link.chtbl.com/970-pod

Dr. Joe Dispenza on Healing the Body and Transforming the Mind: https://link.chtbl.com/826-pod

Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds with David Goggins: https://link.chtbl.com/715-pod

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