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The Art of Confidence: Find It, Grow It and Use It to Your Advantage with Dr. Aziz Gazipura

Aug 23, 2023
Dr. Aziz Gazipura, a leading confidence expert and author, shares invaluable insights on cultivating and nurturing self-assurance. He discusses overcoming the inner critic and practicing rejection as tools for growth. The conversation delves into the importance of instilling confidence in children and creating a supportive environment. Listeners learn about personal boundaries and the power of bold requests, along with the nuances of decision-making. Aziz also emphasizes the role of identity and life experiences in shaping confidence, empowering individuals to embrace social freedom.
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  • Building confidence involves being on one's own side and taking bold action to expand one's identity and overcome the fear of rejection.
  • Practicing self-compassion and embracing discomfort can help overcome the inner critic and make confident decisions.

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Confidence: The Key to Success in Career, Relationships, and Life

Confidence expert Dr. Aziz Gazepura discusses the importance of confidence and how it can be used to achieve success in various areas of life. Confidence is defined as a belief in oneself and the ability to achieve goals. It encompasses self-confidence, social confidence, and confidence in one's career and romantic life. Many people's confidence is tied to external circumstances, but it can be cultivated through internal practices. Two key habits to build confidence are being on one's own side, treating oneself with love and compassion, and taking bold action in the world. These habits can help to expand one's identity and overcome the fear of rejection. By practicing social freedom, individuals can be their authentic selves and experience greater happiness and fulfillment. Confidence can have a profound impact on income and success, as it allows individuals to ask for what they want and take bold risks. It is essential to recognize that there is no perfect outcome and that life is a mix of positive and negative experiences.

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