The Confidence Podcast

    The Phrase that Confident People Use Most    Podcast #414   There's a powerful phrase that confident people use that will open doors of opportunity, unleash your courage and up-level your resilience. The phrase sounds flippant, and simple, but that's exactly why it's so powerful. In fact, this phrase will help you stay present - not in the past and not in the future - for that is where the power for your confidence is most accessible. Let's dive into the phrase that confident people use the most. In this episode of The Confidence Podcast, we'll be talking about: The Phrase that Confident People Use MostHow to use it for yourself effectivelyInner self-talk to help you take action on anything, face any fear or rejection, and to build resilience    REVIEW OF THE WEEK:   God-fidence. 5-Stars, by kjenison Trish, your podcast is one that I listen to and immediately feel peace like a good therapy session. I am inspired to show up just as I am and take chances just hearing all the struggles and thoughts you have that mirror what I feel. Your vulnerability is inspiring! Thank yo ufor going first and revealing God through your words!    THE 5 STAGES OF CONFIDENCE Be someone with clear priorities.Be someone who thinks powerful thoughts.Be someone who keeps their word to themselves.Be someone who is healthy and happy.Be someone growing and contributing.   INVITATION: Look, if you want to like yourself, give yourself and edge of confidence by understanding where you are in the 5 Stages of Confidence. If you've never heard my coaching on this before, now's the time to jump in. I'm re-offering my 5-star rated webinar on How to Have More Confidence. In it you'll learn the 5 Stages of Confidence, the Confidence Formula, and how to get from one stage of confidence to the next. Sign up for free at www.trishblackwell.com/freeclass THE PHRASE CONFIDENT PEOPLE USE MOST "Well, anyways…" As one of the most powerful statements help you move forward and just keep going.  What does it help? It helps you to…. -move on when you feel uncomfortable -accept rejection and move forward  -let go of the past  -not obsess about the future or outcome -be okay being radically yourself and not worrying about other people liking you It roots our feet to the present.  Confidence thrives when we are radically present.  Being present eliminates future self-doubt, overthinking, speculation and stories, some anxiety and fear of the unknown. It also releases control to God and puts us into a place where we trust that He's in control.  HOW TO USE THE PHRASE EFFECTIVELY In Business: -I'm supposed to pivot and be creative with new things -Failure is feedback -I'm more proud of my effort than of the outcome -You never know unless you ask In Personal Life: -I'm growing, and am supposed to have hiccups -I release myself from beating myself up

    Forgiving Self-Destructive Behavior   Podcast #413   Forgiving self-destructive behavior keeps many people stuck in confusion and conflict. If you've spent a huge portion of your life stuck in self-sabotage, self-destructive or unhealthy patterns of thought or behavior, then this episode is for you. In it we're going to explore how to forgive yourself for being so harmful, for making poor decisions and wasting time. Forgiveness is the balm that will soothe your heart and give your mind the brain space it craves to walk and think with more confidence.  In this episode of The Confidence Podcast, we'll be talking about: Why it's so hard to forgive ourselves when we don’t struggle as much in forgiving others13 things you can do to start letting go and forgiving yourself for harmful things you've doneThe next steps to take in rebuilding your self-trust and self-compassion Do you love the show? We've love for you to become an official supporter of The Confidence Podcast by becoming a Patron. We have 17 bonus episodes ready for you to unlock, all for just $5. Go to https://www.patreon.com/TheConfidencePodcast to get started.    INVITATION: Look, if you want to like yourself, give yourself and edge of confidence by understanding where you are in the 5 Stages of Confidence. If you've never heard my coaching on this before, now's the time to jump in. I'm re-offering my 5-star rated webinar on How to Have More Confidence. In it you'll learn the 5 Stages of Confidence, the Confidence Formula, and how to get from one stage of confidence to the next. Sign up for free at www.trishblackwell.com/freeclass REVIEW OF THE WEEK: Best confidence podcast. Hands down. Skrwzvh, 5 stars. A month or so ago my friend watched a guy strut by with a posture and confidence that made her stop and say, "If I had his confidence I could rule the world." And I stopped and thought, "That's an opportunity for me. Why the heck not me?" I strive to be an inspiration and role model to my two young children and to be the person I deserve to be to be myself. This podcast has really opened my eyes and my mind and is helping me become stronger and more confidence everyday. I am so grateful to have stumbled upon your coaching and look forward to growing with you more. Thank you so much and please keep it up!    WHY IS IT SO HARD TO FORGIVE YOURSELF? Self-forgiveness is not letting yourself off the hook, or being easy on yourself.  It's understanding that unforgiveness doesn't help, and holding onto things hurts your psyche.  Guilt is a long-term decision to feel miserable for a long time. And there are deep consequences. You'll be miserable, and you'll attract other miserable people.  Difficulty forgiving also leads to heart attacks, high blood pressure and depression.  What types of self-destructive behavior can be hard to forgive? Any type that you have wanted to be free from - some examples of which are: over eating, over drinking, binging, compulsive shopping, gambling, scrolling, cutting, compulsive exercising, control, perfectionism, procrastination, smoking, toxic relationship patterns

  How to Actually Like Yourself   Podcast#412   To learn how to actually like yourself, you have to first figure out who you are and spend time with yourself. This podcast episode peers into how to go deep in self-identity and how to trust who God created you to be. When you know that the Maker made you the way you are and that what He makes is good, then you can trust that He wants you to actually like yourself. The best part is that when you like yourself, you are more effective at everything you do in the world - from achievements to relationships, to just living life. Get the full show notes at www.trishblackwell.com/412 In this episode of The Confidence Podcast, we'll be talking about: Some of the reasons why we don't like ourselves (and what that is doing to us)3 ways to start liking yourself - all of which you can do right nowWhat happens when you actually like yourself  Do you love the show? We've love for you to become an official supporter of The Confidence Podcast by becoming a Patron. We have 17 bonus episodes ready for you to unlock, all for just $5. Go to https://www.patreon.com/TheConfidencePodcast to get started.    INVITATION: Look, if you want to like yourself, give yourself and edge of confidence by understanding where you are in the 5 Stages of Confidence. If you've never heard my coaching on this before, now's the time to jump in. I'm re-offering my 5-star rated webinar on How to Have More Confidence. In it you'll learn the 5 Stages of Confidence, the Confidence Formula, and how to get from one stage of confidence to the next. Sign up for free at www.trishblackwell.com/freeclass   REVIEW OF THE WEEK: Heart of Gratitude, kbdaffy, 5 stars The confidence podcast was recommended to me from a friend and since my first listen, I've been all in! Living most of my life convinced I was a victim had me suffocating because of self-criticism, isolation, anxiety and depression. My own mind had been my most limiting factor - I just didn't know how to do anything about it. I wanted to believe I knew God didn't want these thoughts and feelings to rule my life but I had no idea how deeply rooted a lot of my limiting beliefs were. I never would have believed that listening to one podcast episode could impact my life so greatly. I'm now part of the COC and doing coaching sessions with Trish. I can honestly say I have never thought about the power of my own thinking as intentionally as I am now. I've never experienced true peace in God's love until this year. Trish, you are one incredible human and God knows I'm so grateful for you and the work you do. Keep on encouraging and being you! God bless.    WHY WE DON'T LIKE OURSELVES -We're stuck in toxic comparison -We think we'll like ourselves when…. (Conditional liking) -We are so stuck on "there" that we don’t live in our "here" -We don’t know ourselves - we are too busy to have a relationship  -We still believe toxic words from other people about who we are -We put our identity in what we do, not who we are   Not actually liking yourself is a handicap in life. It prevents you from showing up as your real self, as fully alive and as capable to play the role in the world that you were created to play.

  How to Speak Up for Yourself with Confidence   Podcast #411   You have a voice, it's time to use it. When we don't use our voices, and don't speak up for ourselves or for what is right, the world suffers, as do we. It's time to start speaking with confidence, even if you have never done so before. This podcast episode will hold your hand and then give you the push you need to start speaking up and rising up with confidence. Get the full show notes at www.trishblackwell.com/411 In this episode of The Confidence Podcast, we'll be talking about: How we have lost our voice, and the desperate need for it in the worldHow to have a voice and to start using itHow to Speak up to Others (who intimidate you, who manipulate you, who look past you)How to Speak up for Yourself (to yourself, to your past and to your future)  Do you love the show? We've love for you to become an official supporter of The Confidence Podcast by becoming a Patron. We have 17 bonus episodes ready for you to unlock, all for just $5. Go to https://www.patreon.com/TheConfidencePodcast to get started.  Ready to stop caring what people think? Join us for our free online masterclass -we have live sessions this week. Don't you think it's time to be free from being held back because of the stories you tell yourself about what others think of you?  Get your free seat at www.trishblackwell.com/stopcaring   REVIEW OF THE WEEK:  Just started listening … wow. Emma aaa This podcast is 11/10. She goes above and beyond in each topic she talks about. I take her advice and run with it in everyday life. Success is ALWAYS guaranteed. Love you, love your word, love the show.    WHY HAVE WE LOST OUR VOICE? Don't let what someone said steal your destiny from you. It's time to stop aligning yourself with what people have said about you and instead identify yourself by what God says about you. (And He says that you have purpose, you are unique, you are his masterpiece, you are his child, you have specific talent, you are loved, and you are never alone.)  Typically, there is a moment in our past that we felt unsafe after using our voice.  -you got made fun of; told that there was something wrong with you -you said something awkward -you didn't have parents or role models who built you up -you heard more prohibitory language than affirmative language in your house -you felt overshadowed by another personality you grew up around -you learned that the people around you weren't listening, so you felt like it didn't matter -you spoke up, but an abuser in your life didn't listen Speaking up and using your voice doesn't feel safe. But it is less safe to stay silent and to sulk in the shadows of life.   What got me started? I knew I had a moral obligation to start speaking up - through writing first, and then speaking. I felt the pull on my soul and in my desire, but it was too hard to do. I was tremendously uncomfortable and resistant with it - the thought filled me with shame.I saw someone else be brave and it inspired me. (after I spent years hiding the book)I wanted to be someone who did brave things,

    HOW TO STOP BEATING YOURSELF UP Podcast #410   Beating yourself up? Pull back the curtain of your heart and let's have a conversation about the pressure you put on yourself.  In this episode of The Confidence Podcast, we'll be talking about: How to recognize when you are beating yourself upThe 4 primary fears the drive the self-flagellation and guilt 4 strategies that are proven effective to help break the cycle10 ways to practice self-kindness if you struggle with beating yourself up  Do you love the show? We've love for you to become an official supporter of The Confidence Podcast by becoming a Patron. We have 17 bonus episodes ready for you to unlock, all for just $5. Go to https://www.patreon.com/TheConfidencePodcast to get started.  WHAT ARE THE FEARS BEHIND BEATING OURSELVES UP Beating yourself up seems like the most common way to tackle our problems but instead, it hinders your growth. Here are some reasons (aka fears) why you are beating yourself up. Fear of not being enough.-over-attachment to affirmation and culturally defined success (Lack and fixed mindset!)  Fear of being discovered as defective.-speak about beauty, makeup, shame, etc, i just wasn't taught and wasn't built up in this way (Inadequacy and shame!)  Fear of not actually being motivated-what if you need the pressure and the inner-bully? lack of self-trust (Laziness!) Fear of not being able to change.-I engaged in this behavior for years because I felt like I was letting God down, and then I felt overlooked by God because He wasn't healing me from my struggle in the way I wanted or expected; I was afraid I was broken and unable to change or be changed. (Guilt!)    STRATEGIES THAT HAVE BEEN EFFECTIVE IN MY COACHING   Use these strategies to stop beating yourself up today.   So What Strategy -So what, everything will work out just fine and now I get to pivot and learn   Even If, I Will Statements -Even if this is botched and I'm behind, I will still be loved, etc.    Journaling -21-Day Toxic Thought Freedom Journal, get yours free at www.trishblackwell.com/freedomjournal   Becoming a Student of Life -Growth mindset, learning in everything, trusting God with your transformation, celebrating growth, letting Jesus be my teacher and learning to surrender    HOW TO PRACTICE SELF-KINDNESS AND STOP BEATING YOURSELF UP 1. Be a friend to yourself - slow down, be present, be nice.  2. Put a higher value on kindness 3. Remember that being mean doesn't work  4. Focus on more positive self-talk 5. Write out a daily truth or verse 6. Practice patience with yourself and others 7. Accept your challenges as opportunities 8. Get an aerial view - there's no right way to do anything, there's always a pivot 9. Surround yourself with people who want you to succeed10. Do a distraction detox    OTHER EPISODES OF THE CONFIDENCE PODCAST YOU WILL LIKE How to Stop Being So Self-Critical, Episode #345 www.trishblackwell.com/345   Why Beating Yourself Up Doesn't Work, Episode #277 www.trishblackwell.com/277      ANNOUNCEMENTS: Did you know that confidence is simple?

  How to Stop Being Jealous of Others Podcast #409 Jealousy rots the bones, but it doesn't have to rot yours anymore. This podcast episode dives into how to stop being jealous of others so that you can get on with your own life and thrive where God has planted and placed you. Too often we don't call ourselves out on jealousy, envy or comparison, and it tarnishes our spirit, our joy and our confidence from the inside it. It's time to get serious about cleaning out our hearts so that we have space to live with joy, not jealousy. Get the full show notes at www.trishblackwell.com/409 In this episode of The Confidence Podcast, we're chit-chatting about: The sneaky ways that jealousy shows up in our lives - and why we never call ourselves out for it - it's time to be honest, y'all!10 ways how you can start eliminating the impact of jealousy in your life right nowThe 2 ways jealousy can destroy a relationship: and how to make sure it doesn't hurt yours FREE COACHING:   One of the things that drive us deeper into jealousy is our obsession and distraction over what people think of us. You've heard me coach on this topic on podcasts before, but I want to go deeper than that with you - I want to invite you into my Masterclass on How to Stop Caring What People Think. We're re-launched it and I don't want you to miss out on it.    There are classes being offered today and tomorrow ---- come on, I know you want to come to hang out with me beyond the podcast. Now's your chance!    Sign up for FREE here >>>> How to Stop Caring What People Think: www.trishblackwell.com/stopcaring   REVIEW OF THE WEEK:   Life Changing!! By LizKU124 Trish and her podcast have changed my life. Her positivity, fresh perspectives, insight, knowledge and experiences have helped me to grow as a person and become less anxious and more confident. She adds in the perfect amount of spiritual content to supplement her teachings, and I know that whenever I start my day with The Confidence Podcast, it's going to be a great day. Thank you Trish for your ongoing encouragement that you share and for helping me to become a better, more confident version of myself!    HOW DOES JEALOUSY SHOW UP? Comparison Inadequacy Dieting Relationships Low self-esteem Feelings of insecurity  Uncertainty Worth issues Different statements that express jealousy that you might not expect: I just feel behind ... I should be doing more .... They seem to have it all together ... They know what they're doing .... I wish I had it as easy as .... Must be nice ...  They're so lucky ... Jealousy turns our eyes outward - and sets our hearts up for a state of constant comparison. Comparison detracts us from being able to be present, engaged and confident. Bottom line: If you want to be confident, you have to ruthlessly eliminate jealousy from your heart     HOW TO ELIMINATE JEALOUSY 1. Pay attention to where it pops up in your life. 2. Call it what it is .... don't flower it up. 3. Surrender your heart and pray for cleansing. 4.

  How to Appear More Confident than You Actually Are Podcast #408 Appearing more confident than you are is a decision, and there are a few small tricks you can do to hack this habit for yourself. Confidence is not a destination, but rather a journey - so it's natural for your confidence to ebb and flow. Thankfully, you don't have to always feel confident to be confident. This podcast episode will teach you how to do just that. Get the full show notes at www.trishblackwell.com/408 In this episode of The Confidence Podcast, we'll be talking about: How to appear more confident than you actually are or feel like you areThe secret to being confident, but not arrogant Building a confidence bank for your brain Do you love the show? We've love for you to become an official supporter of The Confidence Podcast by becoming a Patron. We have 17 bonus episodes ready for you to unlock, all for just $5. Go to https://www.patreon.com/TheConfidencePodcast to get started.    REVIEW OF THE WEEK:   Amazing Podcast, 5 Stars by Shelby Eichstadt This lady has CHANGED MY LIFE. I have been listening to this podcast for the past two years and I cannot emphasize how much Trish has helped me in my personal growth/mental health/eating disorder recovery journeys. I have done YEARS of therapy and was in inpatient treatment for an eating disorder and I can honestly say this podcast has helped me in probably more ways than those other things. Trish speaks to me in a way that I feel like no one else can relate. Like half of the time I am like, are we like the same person lol. If you haven't listened, you NEED to. This lady knows what she's talking about and can give you PRACTICAL ways to deal with life challenges. I cannot say enough good things about this podcast. Thank you Trish for all that you do. You are making an impact in this world.    QUICK BONUS COACHING MOMENT: We're going to go back to the basics here, and we're going to have a conversation around how to get your neurons firing together so that your brain and thoughts get wired in the way we want --- with a powerful, victorious mindset. It starts with a base layer: belief. I believe I can do hard things. Next, up the pyramid ...I will not avoid doing hard things, because I understand that hard things are part of life. Then, the next ascending layer...I am good at doing hard things. Finally... I like to do hard things.  Get the full coaching hour immediately when you join the College of Confidence.Also - our newest course, Turning Your Trials into Triumphs is getting rave reviews, like what Amber recently said: "Your trials to triumph course is phenomenal. Like wow. In all my therapy never have I have had anyone speak with such conviction while embodying Christ. So grateful for my rock bottom(s!) ... it led me here!" Enroll today at www.collegeofconfidence.com   HOW TO APPEAR MORE CONFIDENT THAN YOU ACTUALLY ARE Do people that appear extremely confident really feel that way? Is it an act? Do they ever feel what I feel?  You don't have to be the best. You don't have to know what you're doing. You just have to be yourself. You will appear most confident when you are most yourself and most relaxed. How, so,

  How to Stop Putting Pressure On Yourself Podcast #407   Putting pressure on yourself doesn't work. In fact, it's a surefire way to wreck your confidence, spiral in overthinking, and lose your joy to comparison and jealousy. Putting pressure on yourself is a false prophet that we have convinced ourselves will lead us to the success crave. But maybe our definition of success is skewed? Maybe there is a way to live free from the pressure, the guilt, the anxiety, the comparison, the feeling behind, and feeling inadequate?  This podcast episode will dive into exactly that and more. Get the full show notes at www.trishblackwell.com/407 In this episode of The Confidence Podcast we're talking about: Why we put pressure on ourselves in the first place, and why it's not just not working, but reverse workingThe connection between pressure and guilt5 things you can do today to start shifting the internal conversation in your mind   REVIEW OF THE WEEK: One Step at at Time - 5 Stars Miss E Room 135 Trish1 I am a teacher and thoroughly enjoy the luxury of having summers off. However, as much as I look forward to summer break I always find myself in a weird place as it forces me to process my emotions and face myself. That began as reading my Bible daily and lifting weights consistently. Early on in June I stumbled upon your podcast and am SO THANKFUL for it. I binge listened to the first couple of weeks and now have made the College of Confidence and Tuesday podcast part of my weekly routine. I often say Amen girl! Am feeling so uplifted as I hear your words!    WHY WE PUT PRESSURE ON OURSELVES IN THE FIRST PLACE We think we aren't motivated if we don't. We think we're behind or not enough. We think our feelings dictate ours lives, not vice versa. We aren't doing the thought work we need. We aren't making time to think and journal and be coached. We aren't stretching our belief systems to believe in change.  Ultimately, we are in a constant state of dissatisfaction.  How do you know if you're putting too much pressure on yourself? -you wake with anxiety -you let your failures or fears keep you from trying -you don't think you're good enough -you feel stressed out all the time. -you have unrealistic expectations -you always want more or feel like you should do more  -you can't relax  -you think your life will be better when you just achieve the next thing   WHY DOES THE PRESSURE NOT WORK? It chokes our confidence.  It directs us to chase the wrong definition of success. It subconsciously communicates to us that we aren't naturally motivated - we don't trust ourselves. It speaks more of pessimism than of optimism.  It makes us feel like we're behind where we should be.    HOW DOES IT ACTUALLY REVERSE-WORK? It tarnishes the real definition of success - and our ability to live life well.Success is not found in achievement or accumulation - not even in status.

  How to Be Okay with People Not Liking You Podcast #406   In this episode of The Confidence Podcast, we're talking about: The fact that you are indeed likable, even when you feel like the odd-ball out or an only awkward oneThe reasons behind why we like some people and not others, and vice versaHow to be okay with people not liking you ---- and what to do about it   REVIEW OF THE WEEK: Trish Blackwell is inspiring - 5 Stars by HessMart I can't believe it took me so long to find Trish Blackwell. I've struggled my whole life with self-confidence, I'm 45-years old. I am learning so many tips from her. She's teaching me how to love myself. I have a very strong Christian faith and she sprinkles in the word of God but doesn't overdo it. Even if you're not a Christian, you will adore her and will feel more confidence from the first podcast you listen to.   MOST PEOPLE LIKE YOU First, let it be said that probably most people you know like you. And then there are those people who you don't think like you, who really are just having a bad day or need a smile or an attitude shift. (Example - receptionist at new pediatrician, cold to me, irritated and short ... but with kindness, she became kind. - we've got to be patient and extend grace to people --- we never know what's really going on where we can't see).  The other percentage of people who maybe aren't overly "nice" to you are sometimes just: -distracted -busy -self-focused -anxious -insecure We often misinterpret people's distraction as a reaction and rating on who we are in their eyes.  Finally, there's the group of people that we self-assume don't like us. The people we feel different from that we convince ourselves that because of our differences we don't have commonalities. And this of course, couldn't be further from the true. But - a note on being different. We all feel different. And it's a weird feeling - it creates a deep state of internal tension. But, friend, please know, this is quite universal. It doesn't mean you're weird. It means that you need to attribute new value to the word and descriptor "different."  Side note: in 2020 a lot of us are being different - each interpreting our situations, our priorities and our goals through mixed information. It feels awful, but embrace that place. I'm learning the spiritual gift of accepting being on the outside - on the fringe - on being different because it is forcing me to be okay with people not liking my decisions, potentially judging me or talking about me behind my back, or the like. It's okay to do life differently.  In fact, being different inspires me. I don't want to live like the world: stressed, behind, anxious, insecure, chaotic and seeking whatever next high will fill my soul.  I want a hurry-free life. I want a slow life. I want a deep life.  I work with my entrepreneurs on this - lifestyle choices that are different are okay --- like having boundaries with your hours, taking a day of complete rest ---- let people have their opinion and you stick to yours.    PEOPLE LIKING OR NOT LIKING YOU IS NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS...

  20 Good Things About 2020 Podcast #405   2020 is a year where your mindset - and your perspective - will make or break you; this podcast episode will help you have a winning perspective about what might be the most challenging year of all of our lives. Here are 20 good things about 2020 that you can apply to your life too. These 20 good things about 2020 will help you stay persistent, powerful, and filled with peace as we continue in the year. This just might change your perspective about everything. Get the full show notes at www.trishblackwell.com/405 In this episode of The Confidence Podcast, we're diving into a chat about: The power of perspective - no matter your circumstances20 good things - for real - about 2020 How our feelings follow our thoughts - and how to train our thoughts   REVIEW OF THE WEEK: Answered Prayer - 5 starts, by ItsMeBrittV I had been kept awake the night before a HUGE event/opportunity for me because of my own anxiety and insecurities. I stopped in the midst of the spiral and prayed for help overcoming my own self doubt. I've always let my fear steal my joy in BIG moments. The next morning as I was getting ready for the day, something told me to search "Confidence" in podcasts ... and BAM. Here you were. A literal answer to prayer. Thank you for walking faithfully in your calling.    20 GOOD THINGS ABOUT 2020: Slowing Down and Simplifying Life: less rushing, more presenceStripping of busyness and distractionIncreased dependence on God - a requirement of faith reintroduced into common conversationCloser connections with community - they are your connection, lifeline, and experienceDeeper sense of gratitude for basics and the people who serve on the front line of lifeTechnology, where it is and how it has pivoted to keep us connected - and how it will change and give us options we never imagined as a result in the futureMedical advances; we live in 2020, not 1820, and we have millions of medical workers around the world united in solving a pandemicDivisions that ignited unity and much-needed conversations about civil rightsReawakened appreciation for how we need one another, we need touch and we need small community interactions Advanced and widespread access of education, online courses, virtual therapy - no longer are there barriers (time, cost, lack of access) to many life-changing resources -- this is a year of personal development and growth Decreased stigma for the need of mental wellness and conversations about depression, anxiety, addiction, and the like.More personal understanding for what matters and what doesn't - what to spend your money, time and energy on, and what not to - how to let go of the little thingsPersonalized appreciation for access to foodRenewed gratitude for cleaning products, clean water, and basic human necessities Higher call to showing up in life for our purpose and to make a difference --- life is short, and we are all intimately aware of thisDeep appreciation for travel and freedom - the gift of missing what has been removed from what was previously normal New sense of wonder and awe for large gatherings - sports, music, theatre, festivals, etc.: we won't take this for grantedOpportunity to try on new things - new style, new goals, new pace of life, etc. - this can be a reset year we have needed and never dreamed to ask for Extreme character growth: this is the bootcamp of perseverance, patience, compassion, hope, trust, being in placeMore intimate relationships with close friends and family - the connection of going through something separate, yet together      SPONSORSHIP: BETTERHELP

  How to Be All-In On What You Want Without Fear of Failure Podcast #404     Going all-in on your goals feels harder than it needs to be - all you need to do is learn how to have confidence as you take risks and lean into the "what if's" of the unknown ahead. If you've ever found yourself self-sabotaging, stuck in excuses, or holding back over something, then this episode is for you. In it, you'll learn how to go be all-in on what you want without fear of failure. Get the full show notes at www.trishblackwell.com/404 In this episode of The Confidence Podcast we're talking about:  Why we hold back and why the "what if's" cause us so much fearWhat holding back and resisting is keeping from us, and why we are frustrated but might not have realized that that's where our anxiety is bubbling up fromHow to stop holding back and how to start going all-in again with confidence   REVIEW OF THE WEEK: Love this podcast! 5 Stars, by Emma Mango :) I've been listening to an episode like 3 times a week and it has helped me so much in my day to day life. I feel so encouraged to be myself and confident in my path.   SPONSORSHIP NOTE:   What's holding you back? Is there something you know you are capable of doing, but you just can't seem to go all-in on it? You start, and you try, but something still holds you back from being fully all in.I have a simple solution that will help you. Maybe it's fear, maybe it's a critical voice, or perfectionism rearing its head, or maybe you just keep finding excuses about why you're not taking what matters the most to you to the next level. But something is holding you back - and you know that you're ready to go all-in, you just need support and a push. If that describes you, then I want to invite you to apply for my All-In Mastermind.Click here to start your application. The All-In Mastermind is an acceleration accountability program designed for anyone who wants to take their thinking, beliefs, and follow-through to the next level. It's for the goal-oriented person who wants to 10X their results and wants to step out of self-doubt, procrastination, and self-sabotage and fully into being all-in, not holding back and taking massive, confident action.I am capping it at 10 people. I know that taking your dreams to the next level is hard, but this All-In Mastermind will accelerate your pace and save you the pain of trying to do this on your own. This 60-day program is the only mastermind that gives you access to next-level results at over 50% off the cost. How do you know if your goals are a good fit for this? Well, here are some of the things our ALL-INers will be working on: writing their book, scaling their business, establishing dramatic health changes, launching a product, growing, or establishing a social media platform like YouTube, podcasting, or IGTV, and more. If you have a goal and want to find out it would fit for the All-In Mastermind just reply to this email and I'd be happy to chat about it with you.Click here to submit your application and let's go all-in together. (www.trishblackwell.com/allin)Cheering you on,Trish   WHY WE HOLD BACK AND WHY THE "WHAT IF'S" CAUSE US SO MUCH FEAR Fear is just faith in the wrong what if.  -Steven Furtik What if's go both ways: they can be positive or negative.  When we think about what if, we typically camp out in the negative. Where do you want to camp out? Where do you want to set your tent? Negative what if's are:

  How to Be Confident in Your Relationships Podcast #403   Being confident in relationships is a manifestation of small, daily habits that everyone can do. Confidence will increase the quality of communication and connection you have with others. This podcast episode will dive into how to be strong, contributing, and confident as a partner in your relationships, how to date with confidence and how to be in a relationship that leaves a legacy. Get the full show notes at www.trishblackwell.com/403 In this episode of The Confidence Podcast we're talking about:  Validating yourself in relationships - without being co-dependentTrusting people, being vulnerable and putting yourself out thereHow to have more intimacy - and confidence - in your connection with your partner This all stemmed from some College of Confidence members who wanted to know more about how to validate yourself in relationships without relying on other's affirmations to make you feel secure. A relationship is a connection, but to have deep relationships, we have to be vulnerable. We have to take risks.  SPONSORSHIP NOTE: Today's show is brought to you by Beautycounter, the safer beauty company that has a mission to disrupt the beauty industry with a demand for clean beauty. If you eat clean but don't use clean products, then today is the day to give Beautycounter a try.  Beautycounter is the main brand you will see throughout my house and on my family - we are a Beautycounter family Right now if you've never purchased Beautycounter, you can get 10% off as a first time customer. Just go to www.beautycounter.com/trishblackwell and start shopping!    REVIEW OF THE WEEK:   Loveeee -  5 Stars by Mayeita Wow! I was looking for a podcast to seriously help my confidence and change my perspective on the world and I'm so happy I came across this. I love her and her positivity and how helpful every little sentence in the podcast is! I've sent it to friends and family and they love it as well. Thank you! I've changed and learned so much!    HOW TO BE CONFIDENT ON YOUR OWN IN A RELATIONSHIP If you're a word of affirmation person, this almost seems like a contradiction, but I promise you, it's possible. You must be willing to be yourself -and to be honest. 1. Know yourself. Be yourself. 2. Have confidence about what you bring to the relationship. 3. Give yourself confidence - through journaling, through taking action, through coaching, through spending time with God, through challenging yourself, etc. 4. Ask for what you need - and be honest about how compliments encourage you.I spoon fed my husband what he needs to say to encourage me. How did I figure it out? I had to first know what I needed.  All relationships need time together and time apart. Allow one another to go do their own thing - to fill their bucket, and then also prioritize filling your bucket as a couple. Make your relationships baseline foundation open communication. Communicate about everything - the more you communicate, the more confidence you will have. Be patient though, every partnership communicates differently.  Be willing to be emotionally brave - to talk about uncomfortable things. Do you want a better sex life? Talk about it, it detail. Explore it together and be honest.Do you want more intimacy?

  Health Anxiety? Here's How to Stay Calm and Confident. Podcast #402   Health anxiety or medical angst is a real thing, and it's becoming even more anxiety-evoking in the age of a pandemic.  There are ways, simple ways, to stay calm and confident when you might otherwise spiral into health anxiety and medical worst-case scenarios. This podcast episode will give you tactical tools on how to have confidence in the face of health anxiety. Get the full show notes at www.trishblackwell.com/402 In this episode of The Confidence Podcast we're talking about:  My own story of health anxiety - and how I learned to change the voiceHow to overcome health anxiety and the "what if's" of medical angst5 things that will help you persevere as this pandemic continues   REVIEW OF THE WEEK: Leira :) Your one stop for confidence growth - 5 Stars. by Aimata Travel I came across this podcast almost a month ago and I have not stopped listening to and consuming content from Trish and the College of Confidence. My life has changed for the better. I feel motivated and the positivity is so contagious. Thank you Trish for the incredible content you put out for us every week. Cheers for the next 400! I love this!    MY OWN STORY OF HEALTH ANXIETY: I used to be paralyzed by health anxiety.  -I was terrified of HIV as a kid (sperm, orange juice story), germaphobe -I was self-perpetuating my own mental health when I was young, and then even more as an adolescent when I did have mental health challenges But I learned to change the narrative:  Shortness of Breath Story. Baker's Endless Surgeries.  Health anxiety is perpetuated by stressful circumstances - and y'all, 2020 is stressful.    HOW TO OVERCOME THE WHAT IF'S OF HEALTH ANXIETY Talkback to the "what if's" with "what if it doesn't's"Determine to keep your thoughts in the present - don's lose today over what-ifs about tomorrowEliminate the spirit of complaint from your heart. Complaining constricts confidence. Expectant faith - God, I can't wait to see what you're going to do.Go into a place of gratitude for modern medicineDon't give pain the place of reign in your heart ---- the fear of pain doesn't have to cause you pain in the current momentKnow where you're going when you die - think bigger picture than earth - this will give you peace about whatever worst-case scenario you might be fearful of.Work with a therapist or a coach (and let's talk about the differences, shall we?)    SPONSORSHIP: BETTERHELP Is there something interfering with your happiness? Have you been wanting to start counseling, but not know where to look or start?  BetterHelp will assess your needs and match you with your own licensed professional therapist. You get to connect in a safe and private online environment - it's so convenient, and of course confidential. Once you sign up you can start communicating in under 24-hours. Y'all, this isn't self-help, this is professional counseling. What I love about it the most is that you can send a message to your counselor at anytime. You’ll get timely and thoughtful responses plus you can schedule weekly video or phone session. Betterhelp makes it easy and free to change counselors if needed. It’s more affordable than traditional offline counseling and financial aid is available.

How to Be Someone Who Oozes ConfidencePodcast #401 Confidence is something you can grow and strengthen, so becoming someone who oozes confidence is something that is available to you. When you have confidence that oozes over, it will invite people in, open doors in your life, and most importantly, pave your path with peace and power as you live out being your brightest and best self. You were created to be bright in this world - to rise above average and do something great - and getting your confidence to a state of the overflow will help you get there. Get the full show notes at www.trishblackwell.com/401 In this episode of The Confidence Podcast, we're taking our confidence to the next level.  The truth about my "oozing confidence" We're going to be talking about 10 ways to take your confidence to the next level Something to give you confidence when the world feels so uncertain How to be someone who can ooze confidence REVIEW OF THE WEEK:  400 episodes and my go-to. 5-Starts. by Nurse Rainbow Sparkles Thank you for 400 incredible episodes now! I hope you're celebrating with lots of bubbles and very celebratory "champagne moments," as any prosecco-loving Francophile should! Your voice is my favorite in the self-enrichment sphere: science-supported methods to change your thoughts and actual brain neural pathways, but practically delivered for implementation. I am a newer nurse working nights and when I get behind at 3 am and can feel myself on the verge of a breakdown and completely unraveling, I am choosing better thoughts (like "forward is a pace," and "I can do hard things," two fav Trish Blackwell-isms.) These are times I'm very tempted to beat myself up, and then go home analyzing all of the things I didn't do perfectly or even ideally or fast enough over the long night shift. (Or the self-judgment from the exhaustion and lack of "perfection" in my energy levels and task-oriented effectiveness lately at home) I always go to your podcast when I need positive insight and something encouraging - the perfect pairing for my walk with the dogs. Just - thank you, Trish! Congratulations on 400 episodes! Your words and insight mean so much to me and my brain.  SPONSORSHIP: BETTERHELP Is there something interfering with your happiness? Have you been wanting to start counseling, but not know where to look or start? BetterHelp will assess your needs and match you with your own licensed professional therapist. You get to connect in a safe and private online environment - it's so convenient, and of course confidential. Once you sign up you can start communicating in under 24-hours. Y'all, this isn't self-help, this is professional counseling. What I love about it the most is that you can send a message to your counselor at any time. You’ll get timely and thoughtful responses plus you can schedule weekly video or phone sessions. Betterhelp makes it easy and free to change counselors if needed. It’s more affordable than traditional offline counseling and financial aid is available. Their licensed professional counselors specialize in depression, anxiety, stress, relationships, sleeping, trauma, anger, family conflict, grief, and self-esteem. In fact, so many people have been using BetterHelp that they are recruiting additional counselors in all 50 states. I want you to start living a happier life today. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting www.betterhelp.com/confidencepod www.betterhelp.com/confidencepod Join over 1 million people taking charge of their mental health. Again, that’s www.betterhelp.com/confidencepod THE TRUTH ABOUT "OOZING CONFIDENCE" Ok, the truth? It takes effort. It's a choice, and also a trained default habit --- so the work you put in does in fact hav...

  What I've Learned About Confidence in the Past Year Episode #400   Learning to have confidence is a lifelong endeavor. Every year that you commit to the training of your thoughts and being bold is a year that you will learn things about the confidence that you never knew were there. Every new level of success you reach in life will demand a new level of confidence that you must practice and learn. We're celebrating 400 episodes, over 7 years of confidence coaching, and we are excited to share with you some of the things we've been learning about confidence in the past year. Get the full show notes at www.trishblackwell.com/400 In this episode of The Confidence Podcast... We're celebrating!! I have my new AirPod Pros and a bottle of Veuve LeCliquot Yellow Label for release morning, so come on and hang out with me on social to say hi!I'm sharing the surprising things I've learned about confidence in the past year as a confidence coach that I want you to know - things I wish I had realized 7 or even 5 years agoWe're closing out with a bonus power-punch of 25 reasons you can feel confident right now to help you put some pep in your step this week. We have a doozy of an episode today, which is on-brand, as we plan for this episode to help you just absolutely ooze with confidence. 7.5 Years. Ya'll. Thank you for being with me. We hit episode #400 this week. Ya'll. Thank you. That's 7.5 years of allowing me to be a voice of encouragement in your life. That's probably about 300 hours of me coaching, teaching, preaching ... or, if you'd like to binge listen, you could listen to me talk for 24-hours straight for 10.5 days straight.  Whoa. And it all started with a little idea. The idea that I could help people. After that, I just took consistent, small action and showed up every week. So today, we celebrate!!!! My thank you gift to you is that for the first time ever, I'll be offering complimentary Clarity Calls.  Spots are extremely limited. What are they? 15-minutes with me, really digging into your confidence goals and what your next steps are. Who are they for? Anyone who has been on the fence about investing in coaching, but not done it because they've believed the lie that they can't afford it. Who's it not for? It's not for you if you have no intention of doing something that scares you, stretches you, or really creates change in your life. How to apply? Go to www.trishblackwell.com/claritycall SPONSORSHIP FOR THE WEEK How to Stop Caring What People Think Webinar Save your spot at www.trishblackwell.com/stopcaring Our most popular episodes here on The Confidence Podcast are always around the same topic: how to stop caring what people think.  So, ya'll, I'm going deeper on this topic than ever before.  What you'll learn.... In this 20-minute webinar, you'll learn how to stop getting distracted from your dreams and purpose because of what people *might* think about you. When I finally learned let go of caring too much what other people *might think* the gateways of success opened! The tools I am going to teach you have allowed me to  write 3 best-selling books, win the North Face Trail Marathon,