What if confidence isn’t something you build… but something you express?

In this episode of The Balance Theory, Erika sits down with Shereen Mitwalli to unpack one of the biggest misconceptions around confidence: that it comes from what you say, when in reality… it comes from how you say it.

If you’ve ever felt like you know what you want to say but hesitate, overthink, or struggle to articulate yourself clearly, this conversation will completely reframe how you approach communication.

Because confidence isn’t about saying more.


It’s about saying things in a way that actually lands.

This episode explores the subtle shifts that can transform how people perceive you, whether that’s being taken seriously at work, feeling more self-assured in conversations, or simply expressing who you truly are without second guessing yourself.

What We Cover:

* Why confidence is more about delivery than content

* The 3 key principles to communicate clearly and effectively

* How overthinking is quietly undermining your confidence

* Why not everyone needs to like you (and why that’s powerful)

* The biggest communication mistakes people make without realising

* How to speak in a way that makes people actually listen

* Practical ways to show up more confidently at work and in life


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TIME STAMPS

(00:00) Introduction

(05:28) Tips to communicate better

(11:23) It’s about HOW you say things

(14:34) Leaving personal things at the door

(18:48) What do most people get wrong in communicating who they are

(22:50) Confidence & Knowing Who You Are

(29:26) Communication at Work

(38:09) Avoid these things in communication

(43:04) The real story of JK Rowling

(49:23) Check your self belief like this

WHO AM I?

My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with me on IG!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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