Confidence Is a Skill: You Build It by Doing | Video Podcast

How do you build confidence when you're afraid of failing, being judged, or trying something new? In this episode of Talk with Kristen (with an e), Kristen explores how to build self-confidence through action, experience, and a willingness to step outside your comfort zone. Kristen shares personal stories about overcoming her fear of doing things alone, trying adult dance classes, and learning to play golf despite perfectionism and the fear of making mistakes. Her ongoing struggle with a golf course water hazard becomes a real-life lesson in confidence, self-trust, and learning from experience. Inspired by Michael Gervais's The First Rule of Mastery: Stop Worrying About What People Think of You and Adam Grant's Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things, Kristen discusses: How to build confidence when you don't feel ready Why fear of judgment can keep you from trying new things How perfectionism can make it harder to learn and grow Why making mistakes is part of developing new skills How to use experience and evidence to strengthen self-confidence Why you don't have to be good at something to get started How stepping outside your comfort zone can help you become the person you want to be The big takeaway: Confidence isn't about being fearless or getting everything right. It's about taking action, learning from what happens, and building trust in yourself along the way. If you've been waiting to feel confident enough to try something new, this conversation is your reminder that you can start before you're ready. What is one thing you've always wanted to try? Share it in the comments! Subscribe to Talk with Kristen (with an e) for honest conversations about confidence, personal growth, friendship, becoming, and navigating real life.