6 Inspiring Quotes on Building Self-Confidence

Self-confidence is the driving force that propels us towards our dreams and empowers us to conquer life's challenges. Confidence is a skill that can learned and built upon.  It is the unwavering belief in our abilities, the courage to embrace our uniqueness, and the strength to rise above self-doubt. Here are some inspiring quotes that shed light on the transformative power of building self-confidence. Let these words of wisdom be the spark that ignites your inner fire, propelling you on a journey to build self-confidence.

“Action is a great restorer and builder of confidence.  Inaction is not only the result, but the cause, of fear. Perhaps the action you take will be successful; perhaps a different action or adjustments will have to follow. But any action is better than no action at all.”  – Norman Vincent Peale, minister, author, positive thinking proponent

"I am not afraid of storms for I am learning how to sail my ship." – Louisa May Alcott, novelist (spoken by Amy March in Little Women)

"One important key to success is self-confidence. An important key to self-confidence is preparation." – Arthur Ashe, tennis Grand Slam champion

“Confidence… thrives on honesty, on honor, on the sacredness of obligations, on faithful protection and on unselfish performance. Without them it cannot live.” - Franklin D. Roosevelt, former President of the United States

“I taught myself confidence. When I’d walk into a room and feel scared to death, I’d tell myself, ‘I’m not afraid of anybody.’ And people believed me. You’ve got to teach yourself to take over the world.” – Priyanka Chopra Jonas, actress

“Doubt can motivate you, so don’t be afraid of it. Confidence and doubt are at two ends of the scale, and you need both. They balance each other out.” – Barbra Streisand, singer, actress, director

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