The Science of Self-Esteem: Learn to Build up Confidence

Discover all the different methods science can teach you to become more confident in your life and your work

Created by: Manuel Kraus
Premium Instructor for Positive Psychology

What Will I Learn?

• Challenge self-doubts effectively
• Understand and develop ‘growth mindsets’
• Identify thinking errors and generate alternative beliefs
• Manage feelings of anxiety
• Lean into uncomfortable feelings
• Use positive emotions to raise confidence
• Use ‘tiny habits’ to build up confidence
• Go outside of your comfort zone
• Use long-term strategies to improve confidence
• Harness your social environment
• Stop social comparison
• Build a detailed confidence action plan

Requirements

• All materials and worksheets will be provided so no additional information is needed prior to starting this course.
• Building self-confidence requires that students have some initial commitment to change in order to be successful. It is recommended that students understand this prior to starting the course.

Target audience

• This course is about self-confidence. It covers scientific background information but at the core it's about applying the knowledge. That's why willingness to engage in the activities and apply the lessons is required. No prior knowledge is needed.
• This course is best suited for people who want to become more confident and reduce anxiety in certain areas of their lives. These areas include (but are not limited to): social interactions, public speaking, performing on stage, sports, dating, ...
• The course is probably NOT for you if you are ONLY interested in reading and discussing research literature. However, we do cover science-based concepts and scientific findings.