Feeling Unsupported, Misunderstood, or Doubted? You Are Not Alone! (THIS 7-Step Method Will Help Silence the Self Doubt And Build REAL Confidence)

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Jul 4, 2025

Discover the emotional journey of feeling unsupported and the psychology behind it, like the false consensus effect. Learn how to turn rejection into motivation and build confidence not through validation but action. Embrace the power of self-belief and use self-doubt as fuel for growth. Get practical tips on handling unsupportive friends and family while finding strength in unexpected places. Ultimately, it’s all about believing in yourself enough to keep moving forward, regardless of external opinions.

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ADVICE

Stop Pitching; Start Proving

Stop seeking support before you start and focus on creating tangible proof of your idea.
Show your ability through action instead of pitching or begging for approval from skeptical people.

INSIGHT

False Consensus Effect Explained

The false consensus effect makes us wrongly assume others think like us because our opinions seem obvious.
This means being misunderstood early on is normal and a sign of being ahead of the curve, not a flaw.

ADVICE

Rejection Is Often Protection

Recognize many rejections stem from others' fears and limitations, not your potential.
Don't internalize doubt; ask if it reflects their story or your reality and protect your dreams.

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Has anyone ever doubted something you were excited about?

Have you ever felt judged for trying something different?

Today, Jay opens up about one of the most painful yet common experiences: feeling unsupported, unseen, or misunderstood by the people closest to us. He unpacks the psychology behind why others often don’t believe in us, highlighting the “false consensus effect” and the tendency for others to anchor us to who we used to be. But Jay reminds us this isn’t a flaw in our vision, it’s a sign that we’re ahead of the curve.

Jay also dives deep into how true confidence is built—not before we begin, but because we begin. He shares why strangers may become your strongest supporters, how to use resistance as a tool for growth, and why failing in public can be a powerful connector. From the competence-confidence loop to the importance of staying grounded in purpose rather than revenge, Jay outlines seven transformational shifts that can help anyone move from self-doubt to self-trust.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Keep Going When No One Believes in You

How to Stop Seeking Approval

How to Build Confidence Through Action

How to Handle Unsupportive Friends and Family

How to Prove Yourself Right Instead of Proving Others Wrong

No matter where you are in your journey, whether you’re just starting out, stuck in the middle, or feeling like giving up, remember this: you don’t need everyone to believe in you. You just need to believe in yourself enough to take the next step.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:50 #1: Stop Pitching, Start Proving

06:54 #2: Rejection is Often a Protection

11:59 #3: Use Doubt as a Focus Filter

16:33 #4: Strangers are More Likely to Support You

21:15 #5: Create Before You're Confident

25:20 #6: Make Failure Public Strategically

28:08 #7: Focus on Proving Yourself Right

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