Building Self-Confidence

Facing Fears

Maya Kroth's journey to self-confidence began with a daunting challenge: snowboarding alone. She faced her fears head-on, understanding that maintaining control on the slopes required a mental game as much as a physical one. "If I could just act confident long enough to get me down the mountain, then I would develop actual confidence from having done the scary thing," she reflects 1. This experience mirrored her life, where she sought to break free from self-doubt and embrace a new sense of independence 2.

   

Self-Reflection

Self-reflection played a crucial role in Maya's quest for confidence. During a family discussion about New Year's resolutions, she realized her need for self-assurance and set her word for the year as 'self-confidence' 2. This introspection was a turning point, as she recalled past experiences that had once bolstered her self-esteem, like snowboarding with her first boyfriend. "I hadn't laced up my boots in a while, but I wondered if getting back on that board would be the key to juicing my self-confidence," she mused 2.