Leanna Dindal and Kevin Rae from http://www.theleagueofchampions.com reached out to me last week, and I am so glad that they did! We agreed to guest post on each other’s blogs, so I am very excited to present their contribution on Confidence. Have a read; I am sure that you will like it as much as I did!

Confidence is like money – everybody wants more of it.  And, just as we’d like to lessen our working hours while simultaneously increasing our cash flow, is it possible to gain more confidence in just a short time?  We think so.

Try the “One-Day Confidence Course” below and see if you agree.

1. Get up in the morning and work out – 1 hour
Not only does exercise increase your serotonin levels, you’ll feel great knowing you’re doing something for your health.  What better way to increase your confidence than feeling good about yourself?  Be sure to pick a form of exercise you enjoy.

2. Think of something you believe in and find references to back it up – 15 minutes
Everybody needs reassurance.  When it comes to things you’re really passionate about, that you really, desperately want to be true, it’ll boost your confidence if you know that other people are on your side.  A few minutes and a quick Google search will take care of this.

3. Buy some new clothes – 2 hours
This doesn’t have to be a full-blown, redo your whole wardrobe shopping trip.  Just go out and try on a couple of things.  If you look in the mirror and think, “I look good in this,” then other people will think you do, too.  You’ll feel more confident knowing you’re bound to catch a few eyes.

4. Go to lunch at a restaurant alone – 1 hour
Think of this as a gift to yourself.  You’re worth it, so you’re taking yourself out to lunch!  If it‘s outside your comfort zone to say, “Party of one,” then good!  Your confidence level will jump up because you’re doing something different and because you’re validating yourself.

And, since you’re there……

5. Learn some new fun facts – 5 min
While you’re waiting for your food, pull up the internet on your phone and learn a few things you didn’t know.  The next time you strike up a conversation, how great will it be to confidently share those interesting topics?

6. Make a connection with your server – <1 minute
We so often treat people we interact with as robots, like they’re only there to serve a function.  Other people are humans too, and if you recognize them, they’ll recognize you.  Bolster your server’s confidence by giving them a personal compliment or taking the time to ask them how their day’s going.  They’ll probably do the same back – reciprocal validation.

7. Share your expertise or take a class in something you’ve never done before – 1 hour
When you teach other people, your confidence in your skill grows.  When you have to act like an expert to help them learn, you’ll probably realize you are an expert.  Alternatively, trying your hand at something new by taking a class will prove to yourself that you’re smart and adaptable.  This one will take some pre-planning, so scope this out prior to your confidence day.

8. Go dancing or do some karaoke – 3 hours
Dancing and singing are two things a lot of people fear, especially in public.  But you’ve got to break through that barrier of self-consciousness to achieve ultimate confidence.  Commit to it, even if it’s uncomfortable at first, and you’ll reap the rewards.  You may even have fun.

And while you’re at it…….

9. Let a moment of silence pass <1 minute
You’ll enjoy the previous step more if you take someone with you.  So, during your conversation with this person, allow for some time without words.  People who are comfortable with each other are okay with sitting in silence, and it’s also a good way to feel more comfortable with yourself.

10. Talk to strangers – 5 minutes
Engage in conversation with people you don’t know while you’re out on the town.  Doing so means you’re worth commanding their attention, and your confidence has no choice but to increase.

Total time spent: about 8 hours
People underestimate what they can accomplish in a day, or even a lifetime.  Grow your confidence and get in your own corner so you never underestimate yourself.

What have you done outside your comfort zone today?

The League of Champions was founded by two friends, with the intention of empowering people to achieve their own, personal definitions of success.  Together, Leanna Dindal and Kevin Rae developed a systematic way to change their lives, and to help others do the same.  The League focuses on unlocking creativity and finding the inner strength to be a Champion.  Find out more at: http://www.theleagueofchampions.com