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The Doing.
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Peace and anxiety.
…write a book on this – 'the self-doubt of entrepreneurs'?
Couldn't bloody resist. One (I have others) potential direction and structure is…
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In 'Insufficient: not enough and not good enough - the destruction of self', we’ll take a deeper look at where these feelings of inadequacy come from and how they affect us, not just in our professional lives but in our personal and creative selves.
We’ll explore the emotional impact of feeling 'insufficient' and, most importantly, how to break free from these beliefs.
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Chapter 1: The Roots of Inadequacy: We’ll explore where feelings of 'not enough' and 'not good enough' come from, considering how early experiences, societal pressures, and comparisons shape our self-image.
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Chapter 2: The Destructive Power of Negative Self-Talk: We’ll examine the damaging effects of negative inner dialogue and consider ways to challenge and change these self-defeating thoughts.
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Chapter 3: External Validation and the Trap of Comparison: We’ll explore why we often seek approval from others, and consider how breaking free from the need for external validation can foster greater self-worth.
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Chapter 4: The Mask of Competence: We’ll look into how people mask their feelings of inadequacy by overcompensating, and consider how to embrace vulnerability as a source of strength.
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Chapter 5: Perfectionism and Paralysis: We’ll explore the paralyzing effects of perfectionism, and consider ways to embrace progress over perfection, allowing ourselves room to grow and learn.
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Chapter 6: Emotional Wounds and How They Shape Us: We’ll examine how unresolved emotional pain can shape our self-esteem, and consider how healing past wounds is essential to rebuilding self-worth.
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Chapter 7: Rewriting Your Self-Narrative: We’ll explore the stories we tell ourselves about who we are, and consider how reframing our personal narrative can change the way we see ourselves.
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Chapter 8: The Fear of Failure and Its Impact on Self-Esteem: We’ll look into how fear of failure stifles self-confidence and growth, and consider how to reframe failure as a necessary step in the learning process.
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Chapter 9: Rebuilding Confidence Through Small Wins: We’ll explore the power of taking small, actionable steps toward building confidence, and consider how celebrating small victories can lead to lasting change.
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Chapter 10: The Journey Toward Self-Acceptance: We’ll explore the process of coming to terms with who we are, embracing every aspect of ourselves, and consider how self-acceptance is the foundation for lasting self-confidence.
In both reflection and practical guidance, it'll help in recognizing the sources of our self-doubt and also take actionable steps toward rebuilding our confidence, reclaiming our sense of worth, and restoring the self that feels lost or diminished.
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Yeah, that'll work.
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