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- 0:00SPEAKER_00: What does self-belief look like in action?
- 0:03SPEAKER_00: Self-belief is the inner confidence that you are capable, worthy, and able to handle life challenges.
- 0:10SPEAKER_00: Self-belief in action means trusting yourself enough to act even when you feel uncertain, nervous or afraid.
- 0:19SPEAKER_00: It can look like speaking up, sharing your opinion rather than staying quiet because you're worried about being judged, setting boundaries, saying no when something doesn't feel right without needing to justify yourself.
- 0:35SPEAKER_00: Taking opportunities, some applying for that job, starting something new or trying something outside of your comfort zone.
- 0:45SPEAKER_00: Trust in your decisions, making a choice without consistently needing reassurance from others.
- 0:52SPEAKER_00: Accepting compliments, saying thank you rather than immediately dismissing what someone says.
- 1:01SPEAKER_00: Taking up space, allowing yourself to be heard and seen without feeling you have to make yourself smaller.
- 1:09SPEAKER_00: Asking for help.
- 1:10SPEAKER_00: Recognizing that needing support doesn't mean you're incapable.
- 1:15SPEAKER_00: Trying again, continuing after disappointment rather than allowing one setback to define what you're capable of.
- 1:24SPEAKER_00: And choosing yourself, making decisions based on what is right for you rather than always prioritizing other people's expectations.
- 1:34SPEAKER_00: Self-belief isn't always feeling confident, it's choosing to trust yourself even when confidence isn't there.
- 1:42SPEAKER_00: Self-belief can grow through small acts of courage, keeping promises to yourself, recognising your achievements, and treating yourself with compassion when things don't go to plan.
- 1:57SPEAKER_00: If you are thinking of harming yourself or feel unsafe, please call your local emergency number or crisis line.