The Magical Power of Self-Belief !

If you are in search of that one person who can bring a positive change in your life, why don't you take a look in the mirror ?

In today's world of ever-growing intense competition where every other individual is running to maintain or improve one's position in life, the magical power of self-belief is what keeps us progressing.

What is self-belief ?

Whatever beliefs you hold about yourself - true or otherwise - guide your actions and shape your life. Self-belief is the affirmative emotion that propels you to believe in your own capacity - to complete tasks and achieve goals. It's not a fixed/innate attribute but an outcome of your thoughts and actions over the years. Moreover, some studies reveal that building self-belief is volitional i.e. you can rewire your brain and gradually expand your self-belief if you desire, irrespective of the age. So, you ought to believe that you can do what you set your mind to.

How self-belief assists ?

• Makes more responsible: It goes without saying that faith in oneself makes a person more responsible. He can trust his own thought processes and make better decisions.
• Helps in becoming fearless: The belief in oneself frees from fear/anxiety and provides strength. 
• Keeps extra alert: Having trust in oneself, one can respond to challenges with confidence and look at new opportunities.
• Stimulates creative actions: Power of self-belief gives the freedom to try new ideas and hence, one becomes more creative.
• Drives productivity of work: One with high self-belief - tends to have improved performance at work, or works with greater efficiency.
• Intensifies sense of feeling valued.
• Provides relaxation and improves overall health.
• Creates positive attitude and reduces negative thoughts.

What are the ways to build trust in yourself ?

There is no single hack to inculcate the trait of self-belief. However, here are few straightforward ways to develop self-belief:

• Make realistic visions and decisions
• Have dedication and pride in work
• Avoid comparing yourself with others
• Do something what you fear, whenever possible
• Live your life to your own expectations and standards
• Celebrate small successes and accelerate towards main success
• Pay attention to your personality development to feel confident
• Keep a track of your progress and appreciate your growth trajectory 
• Have constructive environment and company of people to grow ahead

The magical power of self-belief can lead an individual to attain heights that one could never have imagined. When others think your goal/target to be unachievable and the whole world starts doubting on you, it is only this wonderful power of self-belief that can take you ahead. You know yourself better than anyone else. So, what kind of thoughts you possess about yourself have tremendous impact on your perspective towards life. 

'Self-belief' can be learnt, practiced and mastered just like any other skill. Once you master it, everything in your life will start to change for the better. So, never underestimate the power of your inner-self to direct you and take you to greater heights in life.