{"id":9149,"date":"2022-05-27T06:00:39","date_gmt":"2022-05-27T11:00:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/?p=9149"},"modified":"2022-05-25T06:01:29","modified_gmt":"2022-05-25T11:01:29","slug":"how-to-be-more-confident-in-your-spirituality","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/how-to-be-more-confident-in-your-spirituality\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Be More Confident in Your Spirituality"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<iframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/P0Ro7WBM0l0\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Confidence_Within\"><\/span>Confidence Within&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6986d17149c85\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6986d17149c85\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/how-to-be-more-confident-in-your-spirituality\/#Confidence_Within\" >Confidence Within&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/how-to-be-more-confident-in-your-spirituality\/#Self_Confidence\" >Self Confidence<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/how-to-be-more-confident-in-your-spirituality\/#Traits_of_a_Confident_Person\" >Traits of a Confident Person<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/how-to-be-more-confident-in-your-spirituality\/#Why_do_we_lack_confidence_at_all\" >Why do we lack confidence at all?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/how-to-be-more-confident-in-your-spirituality\/#Authenticity\" >Authenticity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/how-to-be-more-confident-in-your-spirituality\/#Self_Doubt\" >Self Doubt<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/how-to-be-more-confident-in-your-spirituality\/#Changing_Low_Self_Esteem\" >Changing Low Self Esteem<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/how-to-be-more-confident-in-your-spirituality\/#Self_compassion\" >Self compassion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/how-to-be-more-confident-in-your-spirituality\/#Exploration_discernment\" >Exploration &amp; discernment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/how-to-be-more-confident-in-your-spirituality\/#Self_awareness\" >Self awareness&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/how-to-be-more-confident-in-your-spirituality\/#Authentic_action\" >Authentic action&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/how-to-be-more-confident-in-your-spirituality\/#Self_Worth\" >Self Worth<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>When you think of someone who&#8217;s confident, do you picture someone selfish and insufferable? Do you think you can\u2019t have true confidence without also having a \u201cbig ego?\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>In the spiritual community, we are all terrified of the ego mind. We are taught to not let the ego snuff out the magic of intuition. There\u2019s so much shame surrounding the idea of the ego. Lots of modern mystics find themselves drowning in fear of the ego, shutting it away completely, resulting in a major lack of self confidence.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>While it\u2019s true we don\u2019t want the ego to be in charge all the time, there\u2019s no need to take it to the extreme like that. Repressing parts of ourselves will never build up self esteem.&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>The truth about confidence is this: it has nothing to do with outward expression but everything to do with inner tenacity and resolve. In fact, the more outwardly expressed the \u201cconfidence\u201d is, the less true and stable its foundation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are so many factors that play into our level of self confidence. It\u2019s something we all crave and need to thrive in life. When it comes to our spirituality, our confidence levels need to be even higher if we ever want to break out and be part of a community of shared believers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In this podcast episode, we\u2019ll talk about what confidence is, what it is not, and how to become a spiritually confident modern mystic! Because you deserve the confidence.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1100\" height=\"1700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/SPIRITUAL-CONFIDENCE.png\" alt=\"The truth about confidence is this: it has nothing to do with outward expression but everything to do with inner tenacity and resolve. In fact, the more outwardly expressed the \u201cconfidence\u201d is, the less true and stable its foundation.\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-9162\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/SPIRITUAL-CONFIDENCE.png 1100w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/SPIRITUAL-CONFIDENCE-994x1536.png 994w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/SPIRITUAL-CONFIDENCE-500x773.png 500w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/SPIRITUAL-CONFIDENCE-800x1236.png 800w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/SPIRITUAL-CONFIDENCE-600x927.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1100px) 100vw, 1100px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Self_Confidence\"><\/span>Self Confidence<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Maybe you don\u2019t actually think of someone overly extroverted when you think of self confidence. Maybe you think of someone who\u2019s more quietly confident, unshakable, and certain in their convictions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s the type of confidence we all can cultivate! And this is the type of confidence we all need if we want to be <em>outwardly spoken<\/em> about our spiritual beliefs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>Confidence isn\u2019t a feeling. Confidence is the action of trust.&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>When we trust ourselves, know why we believe in our spiritual truths, and take actions that align with that conviction, we have no choice but to embody confidence.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course there\u2019s some anxiety involved. There\u2019s uncertainty, unknown outcomes, the need for \u201cproof,\u201d and a plethora of other things. But self confidence in our beliefs doesn\u2019t require prerequisites. Confidence comes from your unshakable authenticity and a grounded sense of self.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Self confidence tends to ebb and flow, as do most things in life. The more you choose to act in authentic alignment, the more confidence you will gain in that moment. As soon as you start acting out of authentic alignment, you won\u2019t be so confident anymore.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t step outside the box and try something new or challenge yourself. If you\u2019re doing that, you likely know on some level that you will succeed. Or at least learn something new.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Acting in authentic alignment means that every action and decision made is for your highest good, and it <em>feels good.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Traits_of_a_Confident_Person\"><\/span>Traits of a Confident Person<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I would like to list out a few characteristics exhibited by people with high levels of confidence. Not to point fingers and say \u201cTHIS ISN\u2019T YOU!\u201d But rather, to lovingly illustrate why you might not be feeling confident at all.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you\u2019re a confident person, you:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Love the challenge of learning something new because you understand your knowledge or skill level has no impact on your value as a person&nbsp;<\/li><li>Have a realistic view of yourself, your strengths, your weaknesses, and your \u201czone of genius,\u201d aiming to operate mainly from your genius zone and strengths&nbsp;<\/li><li>Don\u2019t internalize unhelpful and unnecessary criticism when it has nothing to do with what you truly value<\/li><li>Are able to accept constructive criticism because it\u2019s in alignment with what you truly value&nbsp;<\/li><li>Validate your own feelings, emotions, and experiences, regardless of the opinions of others<\/li><li>Don\u2019t feel the need to steamroll over other people because you trust that success, love, etc. is inherently available to everyone<\/li><li>Speak with conviction on your values, but maintain an open mind to hear someone else\u2019s point of view. You\u2019re not afraid of compromise<\/li><li>Understand that \u201cfailures\u201d still happen, but continue to take authentically aligned action anyway because the failures aren\u2019t defining your worth&nbsp;<\/li><li>Allow yourself to mindfully feel all your feelings, including anxiety and self doubt. Instead of them gaining control, you explore them with a sense of curiosity&nbsp;<\/li><li>Speak kindly to yourself and others, avoiding criticism completely&nbsp;<\/li><li>Aren\u2019t concerned with how you\u2019re coming across to an objective bystander&nbsp;<\/li><li>Have a strong connection with God\/Universe, as well as a harmonious existence between the ego and the intuition&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/HOW-TO-BOOST-YOUR-SELF-CONFIDENCE.png\" alt=\"The truth about confidence is this: it has nothing to do with outward expression but everything to do with inner tenacity and resolve. In fact, the more outwardly expressed the \u201cconfidence\u201d is, the less true and stable its foundation.\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-9163\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/HOW-TO-BOOST-YOUR-SELF-CONFIDENCE.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/HOW-TO-BOOST-YOUR-SELF-CONFIDENCE-864x1536.png 864w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/HOW-TO-BOOST-YOUR-SELF-CONFIDENCE-500x889.png 500w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/HOW-TO-BOOST-YOUR-SELF-CONFIDENCE-800x1422.png 800w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/HOW-TO-BOOST-YOUR-SELF-CONFIDENCE-600x1067.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_we_lack_confidence_at_all\"><\/span>Why do we lack confidence at all?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people struggle with low self confidence at some point in their lives. For some, it\u2019s <em>most <\/em>of their lives. The level of severity depends on many factors, and our willingness to work on building up confidence will depend on <em>even more<\/em> factors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our genetics, culture, childhood experiences, parenting style, traumas, triumphs, worldview, mindset, temperament, societal \u201crules,\u201d and the words of others all contribute to our confidence by default. Notice how most of these are <em>outside<\/em> factors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve been listening to my podcast for a while, you know that I don\u2019t ever advocate for placing blame or fault on anyone for anything, including yourself.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So if you\u2019re currently feeling a lack of self confidence, do not blame yourself. It\u2019s okay! It\u2019s part of the journey, and it\u2019s nothing that can\u2019t be undone. Living authentically and grounding yourself in your values is the spiritually inspired way to build up self confidence!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Authenticity\"><\/span>Authenticity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s talk about authenticity so we can understand where self confidence stems from better. Being authentic doesn\u2019t mean you act on every impulse that crosses your mind.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Authenticity is being intimately aware of yourself, your values, your work ethic, your desires, your purpose, and only acting in alignment with those things.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How we see ourselves is heavily influenced by those around us, and society at large (in every aspect). This is why we often talk so much about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/shadow-work\/\">shadow work<\/a>, inner child work, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/what-are-affirmations\/\">rewiring your brain<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re so quick to look outside of ourselves for validation, we forget we can validate ourselves. And these things appear to be permanent, when they really aren\u2019t.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you have a strong sense of yourself, the outside messages of others no longer impact it. If you don\u2019t have a strong sense of self, you actively look towards outside messages to tell you about yourself. And more often than not, those outside messages are less than kind.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Living in authentic alignment means we never try to be something we\u2019re not. We understand our boundaries, we enforce them, and we know when it\u2019s time to push those boundaries for ourselves.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Self_Doubt\"><\/span>Self Doubt<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Self confidence and authenticity don\u2019t automatically erase self doubt. We all feel it. It\u2019s natural, and a good thing! It stems from fear and hesitation. Often a sense of not being prepared will flood our heads with doubt.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But I promise that you\u2019re more likely to hesitate way too much than not enough. The line between doubt and anxiety is thin.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s perfectly productive to realize you haven\u2019t saved enough money for your house down payment yet, which casts doubt on your ability to buy a house this year. It becomes unproductive when that doubt begins to spiral and you tell yourself you\u2019ll <em>never<\/em> be able to buy a house. See the difference?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A confident person is willing to acknowledge self doubt and work through the challenges. Someone with no confidence will allow the doubt to take over, completely controlling the narrative of the situation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/SPIRITUAL-CONFIDENCE-QUOTE.png\" alt=\"The truth about confidence is this: it has nothing to do with outward expression but everything to do with inner tenacity and resolve. In fact, the more outwardly expressed the \u201cconfidence\u201d is, the less true and stable its foundation.\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-9164\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/SPIRITUAL-CONFIDENCE-QUOTE.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/SPIRITUAL-CONFIDENCE-QUOTE-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/SPIRITUAL-CONFIDENCE-QUOTE-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/SPIRITUAL-CONFIDENCE-QUOTE-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/SPIRITUAL-CONFIDENCE-QUOTE-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/SPIRITUAL-CONFIDENCE-QUOTE-500x500.png 500w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/SPIRITUAL-CONFIDENCE-QUOTE-800x800.png 800w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/SPIRITUAL-CONFIDENCE-QUOTE-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/SPIRITUAL-CONFIDENCE-QUOTE-100x100.png 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Changing_Low_Self_Esteem\"><\/span>Changing Low Self Esteem<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t be afraid of confidence! Being confident is not even in the same category as arrogance or narcissism. Arrogance is about entitlement and scarcity mindsets. And narcissism is a personality disorder. Confidence is a natural gift we all are capable of giving ourselves.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Being \u201cself absorbed\u201d in the way of arrogance and narcissism is the exact opposite of confidence. Self confidence results in us becoming <em>less<\/em> self centered, not more.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is because we\u2019re no longer concerned with how others are viewing us. We act in authentic alignment, regardless of other people\u2019s opinions. We obviously aren\u2019t causing harm to anyone else, or doing anything problematic. We\u2019re simply living our best lives!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How can we become more confident in ourselves, and by extension our spirituality? I\u2019ve outlined a few phases to move through when you\u2019re working on raising your levels of self esteem.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Self_compassion\"><\/span>Self compassion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is perhaps the most important thing you can do in the face of low self esteem. Show yourself plenty of love and compassion.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You are the setter of your own standards. You know how hard you work at things. There\u2019s no need to beat yourself up if you seemingly fall short of your own standards.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I want you to consider where your standards for yourself are coming from. Are they truly yours? Are they even realistic? Do they even matter to you? Do they align with your values and goals?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Self compassion is vital to building self confidence. When you give yourself all the love and emotional validation you need, you become enough for yourself. And that\u2019s all confidence is.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Self compassion, self love, and self care are the cornerstones of any spiritual journey. Embodying love brings us closer to the Universe, because It is pure love!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exploration_discernment\"><\/span>Exploration &amp; discernment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We don\u2019t start off as experts in our spiritual modalities of choice. Exploration and learning are important in our spiritual journey. And indeed, in general! We gain more confidence the more we explore what we\u2019re drawn to, unapologetically.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter what interests you, especially in a spiritual sense, fearlessly explore it. Don\u2019t hide behind a curtain. If you can\u2019t confidently state outloud what your spiritual journey entails, it will never feel grounded in your life. Thus, it will never bring you confidence.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While exploring this beautiful spiritual journey of yours, always use discernment. Trust your gut because confidence is a feeling of <em>trust.<\/em> If you\u2019re confident this information you found is wrong, follow that feeling. If you\u2019re confident that this information will lead you to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/discover-your-soul-purpose-masterclass-signup\/\">your soul purpose<\/a>, follow that feeling!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/how-to-be-more-spiritually-confident.png\" alt=\"The truth about confidence is this: it has nothing to do with outward expression but everything to do with inner tenacity and resolve. In fact, the more outwardly expressed the \u201cconfidence\u201d is, the less true and stable its foundation.\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-9166\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/how-to-be-more-spiritually-confident.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/how-to-be-more-spiritually-confident-500x750.png 500w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/how-to-be-more-spiritually-confident-800x1200.png 800w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/how-to-be-more-spiritually-confident-600x900.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Self_awareness\"><\/span>Self awareness&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Earlier I said that being confident means having a sense of your strengths, weaknesses, and zone of genius (which is the area of life that\u2019s easy for you, fulfilling, and impactful).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Building self confidence takes a deep level of self awareness because you need to know these things about yourself. Again, we aren\u2019t blaming or shaming ourselves. We are actually being very honest and accepting.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because when you\u2019re constantly trying to do something that isn\u2019t in your zone of genius, that doesn\u2019t play to your strengths, you will never excel at it in the same way.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you stick to your strengths, and push yourself when your intention is to learn rather than \u201cprove,\u201d you will get a huge boost in confidence!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>I highly suggest reading the book <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3sPysBB\">The Big Leap by Gaye Hendricks<\/a> if you want to know more about the psychology behind operating in the zone of genius.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Authentic_action\"><\/span>Authentic action&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve talked about taking authentically aligned action a lot in this episode! The idea is very similar to operating in the zone of genius.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you know your values, your work ethic, your desires, and your purpose, it\u2019s easy to decide what to do and what not to do. Make the commitment to ask yourself if everything you do is supporting your authenticity (as defined by values, ethics, desires, and purpose).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>From there, it\u2019s simple. If the decision supports your authenticity, take action on it! If not, lovingly decline and send it back to the Universe. If you\u2019re having some self doubt, sleep on it or consult with a trusted loved one.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Authentic action is <em>not<\/em> acting impulsively. It probably will morph into something that looks like impulse once you get really good at discerning what\u2019s authentically aligned and what isn\u2019t. But when you\u2019re just starting to build self esteem, you\u2019ll probably have to consider things more deeply before taking action.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The important thing here is that a decision eventually gets made. Don\u2019t fall into the trap of avoidance. Decide if it\u2019s a <em>yes <\/em>or <em>no<\/em>, then move on. The person who lacks confidence is more likely to get caught up in trivial decisions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you by chance say <em>no<\/em> to something the Universe wants you to say <em>yes<\/em> to, it <em>will<\/em> come back to you. Probably in a way that\u2019s way more comfortable and fitting for your authenticity!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/selfworthsecret\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/self-worth-secret-pinterest.png\" alt=\"The Self Worth Secret Masterclass\" class=\"wp-image-9165\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/self-worth-secret-pinterest.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/self-worth-secret-pinterest-864x1536.png 864w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/self-worth-secret-pinterest-500x889.png 500w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/self-worth-secret-pinterest-800x1422.png 800w, https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/self-worth-secret-pinterest-600x1067.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Self_Worth\"><\/span>Self Worth<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Self worth and self confidence are two sides of the same coin. You can\u2019t feel confident without also feeling worthy. And in the spiritual community, we talk about self worth <em>a lot.<\/em> I know I do on this podcast!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which is why I decided the topic of this month\u2019s masterclass within our free community is going to be The Self Worth Secret.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is happening live on Tuesday, May 31st at 8pm CST. And if you\u2019re listening to this beyond that date, you can always catch the replay! The links will be in the show notes to sign up. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spirituallyinspired.co\/selfworthsecret\/\">Click here to sign up!&nbsp;<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Self worth is a buzzword right now, there\u2019s no doubt about it. But there\u2019s a good reason for that. I used to think I didn\u2019t have any problem with my levels of self worth. Until I did the inner work and realized that I certainly did.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Improving your sense of self worth is about rewriting the narrative of your life. 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