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Flight #8 - 14 Strategies for Improving Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence
Welcome to The Flight Shrink newsletter! This is Dr. Kevin Heacock.
Today, let's delve into a topic that's relevant to all of us: strategies for improving self-esteem and self-confidence. In a world that often bombards us with unrealistic standards and comparisons, it's crucial to develop a strong foundation of self-worth and belief in our abilities. Whether you're a pilot, a professional, a student, or anyone navigating life's challenges, cultivating self-esteem and self-confidence can significantly enhance your overall well-being and success.
Before we dive into the strategies, it's essential to understand the concepts we're dealing with here. Self-esteem refers to the overall opinion you have about yourself – how much you value and accept yourself, including your perceived strengths and weaknesses. On the other hand, self-confidence is the belief in your abilities to accomplish goals and tackle challenges effectively. Both of these factors play a vital role in shaping your mental and emotional health.
To read the full transcript go to The Flight Shrink substack at https://flightshrink.substack.com
DISCLAIMER:
The views expressed in The Flight Shrink are those of the author and do not reflect the official policy or position of the Department of Defense, The United States Air Force, or any other organization with which Dr. Heacock is associated. The content of The Flight Shrink is not medical advice. The Flight Shrink is for informational purposes only and may not be applicable to all situations. Use of the information is at the reader’s own risk. Any recommendations of treatments, products, or services are made in general and may not apply to a specific person, situation, or illness. Please seek care from a medical professional if you have concerns for any physical or mental health symptoms.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health, suicide, or substance use crisis or emotional distress, reach out 24/7 to the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline) by dialing or texting 988 or using chat services at suicidepreventionlifeline.org to connect to a trained crisis counselor. You can also get crisis text support via the Crisis Text Line by texting NAMI to 741741. For those in countries other than the U.S. here is a Google site with helplines:https://support.google.com/websearch/answer/11181469
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit flightshrink.substack.com
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Welcome to The Flight Shrink newsletter! This is Dr. Kevin Heacock.
Today, let's delve into a topic that's relevant to all of us: strategies for improving self-esteem and self-confidence. In a world that often bombards us with unrealistic standards and comparisons, it's crucial to develop a strong foundation of self-worth and belief in our abilities. Whether you're a pilot, a professional, a student, or anyone navigating life's challenges, cultivating self-esteem and self-confidence can significantly enhance your overall well-being and success.
Before we dive into the strategies, it's essential to understand the concepts we're dealing with here. Self-esteem refers to the overall opinion you have about yourself – how much you value and accept yourself, including your perceived strengths and weaknesses. On the other hand, self-confidence is the belief in your abilities to accomplish goals and tackle challenges effectively. Both of these factors play a vital role in shaping your mental and emotional health.
To read the full transcript go to The Flight Shrink substack at https://flightshrink.substack.com
DISCLAIMER:
The views expressed in The Flight Shrink are those of the author and do not reflect the official policy or position of the Department of Defense, The United States Air Force, or any other organization with which Dr. Heacock is associated. The content of The Flight Shrink is not medical advice. The Flight Shrink is for informational purposes only and may not be applicable to all situations. Use of the information is at the reader’s own risk. Any recommendations of treatments, products, or services are made in general and may not apply to a specific person, situation, or illness. Please seek care from a medical professional if you have concerns for any physical or mental health symptoms.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health, suicide, or substance use crisis or emotional distress, reach out 24/7 to the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline) by dialing or texting 988 or using chat services at suicidepreventionlifeline.org to connect to a trained crisis counselor. You can also get crisis text support via the Crisis Text Line by texting NAMI to 741741. For those in countries other than the U.S. here is a Google site with helplines:https://support.google.com/websearch/answer/11181469
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit flightshrink.substack.com