How to Overcome Self-Doubt and End Negative Thought Patterns

You’re not alone if you lack confidence.

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Although it manifests in idiosyncratic ways, self-doubt is universal.

Self-doubt is dangerous because it threatens the future; doubt holds you back, locks you into stagnation and effectively stifles self-improvement.

But this isn’t permanent.

Regardless of why you doubt yourself — whether it’s regret, trauma, or ignorance — you can overcome any insecurity with careful attention to your thoughts, feelings and actions.

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Think Differently

As you read this, I know what you’re thinking:

What kind of advice is “think differently???”

Well, think about it — you’re reading this because your thoughts plague you. You doubt yourself. Who’s to blame here?

I’ll tell ya. YOU.

Yes, it’s your fault.

Painful as it is, there’s liberation in realizing you are the source of your lowly self-perception — because that means you’re in control of it.