Confidence Pocketbook: Little Exercises for a Self-Assured Life

Introduction 1Part 1: The Foundation Stones of Confidence 3Understanding confidence 4Understanding self-esteem 6Avoiding the comparison trap 8Being with positive people 10Doing things you enjoy 12Having goals to aim for 14Having realistic expectations 16Taking steps to build confidence 18Having the courage to be confident 20Knowing your values 22Identifying and acknowledging your strengths 24Managing failings and foibles 26Thinking positively and having hope 28Speaking with confidence 30Having confident body language 32Part 2: Personal Confidence 35Stepping out of your comfort zone 36Letting go and moving on 38Taking risks 40Tuning in to your intuition 42Having a confident body image 44Changing your job or career 46Calming confidence 48Making confident decisions 50Changing your mind 52Returning to learn 54Making mistakes 56Coping with change 58Coping with setbacks to your confidence 60Travelling with confidence 62Returning to work 64Part 3: Social Confidence 67Making small talk 68Giving and taking compliments 70Networking with confidence 72Speaking up 74Speaking out 76Asking for what you want 78Saying no 80Letting someone down 82Dealing with criticism 84Giving constructive criticism 86Preparing for a job interview 88Speaking in public 90Helping other people 92Asking for help 94Dealing with bullies 96Getting respect 98Making new friends 100About the Author 102More Quotes 103Useful Websites 109