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🗓️ 27 November 2024
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In this episode, Dr. Aziz reveals three essential truths about transforming your confidence and breaking free from limitations. First, he emphasizes that transformation is possible no matter how long you've struggled. Confidence is not an unattainable dream; it’s a skill you can develop with the right mindset and actions. This belief is the foundation for any meaningful change.
Second, Dr. Aziz highlights that building confidence requires action. Lasting change doesn’t come from waiting or hoping—it comes from consistent, intentional practice. Whether it’s stepping into uncomfortable situations or taking small, bold actions, you must invest effort to see results. Finally, he explains that while transformation can happen faster than you think, it may take longer than you want. True confidence isn’t a finish line; it’s a way of being that grows through embracing the process over time.
Dr. Aziz shares practical steps you can take now to accelerate your growth, along with inspiring examples of radical change from his clients. If you’re ready to step into greater confidence, don’t miss this episode—and consider exploring his Unstoppable Confidence Mastermind for deeper support in your journey.
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Do you feel stuck in a cycle of self-doubt, constantly striving for more but never quite reaching the confidence you desire? If you've been battling social anxiety, people-pleasing, or simply struggling to find the courage to be yourself, this post is for you. Today, I’m going to share three essential truths about transforming your confidence and why it's not just possible—but inevitable—if you follow these principles.
1. Transformation is Possible for YOU
The first—and most important—step in transforming your confidence is believing it’s possible. Now, I know this might sound like a given, but it’s more complex than you might think. The reality is, many of us hold onto a belief that our struggles with social anxiety or low self-esteem are permanent. You might think, "This is just who I am, I can't change." But I'm here to tell you, that belief is a lie.
When I first started my journey, I was just as unsure about my ability to change as you might be now. But through consistent effort, I not only overcame my own struggles, but I've helped countless others do the same. The key to transforming your confidence is realizing that it’s possible for you—no matter how stuck you feel right now. The shift from feeling helpless to realizing the potential for change is a game-changer. It starts with your belief that transformation is achievable.
2. Confidence Requires Action and Commitment
The second truth is a simple but often overlooked one: building confidence requires something from you. You can't expect to build lasting confidence without putting in the effort. Just like getting fit or learning a new skill, confidence is a muscle that needs consistent practice.
Here’s an example: imagine you want to be more confident in social situations. You can’t just think about it or read books about it—you need to take action. Start small. Practice greeting strangers at the supermarket or starting conversations with colleagues. You’ll notice that the more you push yourself past the discomfort, the more you begin to strengthen your confidence.
Remember: confidence doesn’t grow without discomfort. It’s the willingness to step into those uncomfortable moments and push through them that will make the difference in your journey. Yes, it’s uncomfortable at first, but that’s how you grow.
3. Confidence Can Happen Faster Than You Think—but it Takes Time
The final truth is a bit of a paradox: confidence can happen faster than you think, but it will likely take longer than you want. Let me explain. Transformation is not an overnight success story, but you can experience significant breakthroughs in a short period. If you’re committed and consistent, you can have “wow” moments of progress in just a few weeks.
However, building true confidence requires ongoing effort. It's not a one-time fix. Over time, as you practice and push through your fears, you'll build momentum. But don't be discouraged by setbacks—they’re part of the process. As you build confidence, you’ll learn to embrace the journey and not just the destination.
Take Action Now: It’s Time for You to Transform
If you take nothing else away from this post, let it be this: confidence is a journey, not a destination. The first step is believing that transformation is possible for you. Then, take action and commit to practicing consistently, even if it feels uncomfortable at first. And finally, embrace the fact that progress might take longer than you want, but you will get there.
Are you ready to take the first step toward a confident, empowered life? Start small. Take one action today that scares you just a little, and watch how it changes everything.
Remember: You are capable of more than you think. Keep pushing, keep practicing, and soon you’ll look back and marvel at how far you've come. You’ve got this!
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0:00.0 | Welcome to Shrink for the Shy Guy. |
0:05.0 | This is the show for you if you are sick and tired of being held back by fear, self-doubt, |
0:10.0 | social anxiety, shyness, anything that's stopping you from you being you. |
0:15.0 | I'm going to share the most powerful tools and resources that I've been discovering over the last 15 years on my |
0:21.9 | journey to eradicate social anxiety and instill confidence, first in myself and then in every |
0:28.5 | single person that I meet on my journey. You're going to learn these tools and how to apply them |
0:33.1 | in your life now so that you can become the most free, powerful, bold, authentic version of you. |
0:46.5 | Welcome to today's episode of the show. Today I'm going to be talking with you about three things |
0:51.4 | that you should know about transforming your confidence. And if you have |
0:56.2 | social anxiety or niceness or people pleasing or any other thing that might have led you to |
1:00.2 | this show, you read one of my books or watched some other videos of mine, you're in the right |
1:04.3 | place because this is how you change it. You absolutely can. |
1:14.1 | I just finished running a virtual event, |
1:17.2 | about maybe about three weeks ago or now. |
1:18.7 | It's called end social anxiety now. |
1:22.1 | And if you were there, it was amazing to spend that time with you. |
1:27.7 | And it doesn't have to hold you back for life. |
1:29.9 | That's what I get so inspired about. |
1:34.5 | And I know this because I experienced it myself and I helped a ton of other people do that. |
1:39.5 | But when we're in it, you know, it's like, let's say you grew up in poverty. |
1:48.5 | And then there's someone you know from school or that you grew up with and you look at them and they're doing really well and they're whatever, they moved to a different place and they're successful and they're thriving and they have money. |
2:02.7 | And you're like, oh man, lucky or I don't like them or envy or maybe self-pity or why didn't happen to me or there's something wrong with me, blah blah blah blah right and that's what it can be like when you hear about someone transforming their |
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