TRAIN YOUR BRAIN To Do The Hard Things In Life FOR SUCCESS! | Katy Milkman & Lewis Howes

Mentorship

Mentorship plays a crucial role in building confidence and facilitating personal growth. Katy Milkman shares insights from her research, highlighting the power of mentoring circles where individuals are encouraged to advise others, fostering a sense of capability and self-belief 1. This approach not only empowers the mentor but also reinforces their own understanding and commitment to personal goals. Lewis Howes adds that positive feedback and a supportive social structure are key elements in nurturing belief and confidence within these circles 2.

Putting people in the role of advice givers or supporters and mentors can significantly boost their confidence.

--- Katy Milkman

Such environments create a network of support where individuals can thrive and grow together.

   

Social Influence

The people we surround ourselves with can profoundly impact our self-belief and behavior. Katy Milkman emphasizes that our social circles shape our confidence by setting norms and expectations 3. She shares a study where housekeepers who believed their work was exercise experienced health benefits, illustrating the power of belief and mindset 4. This highlights the importance of choosing supportive and positive influences in our lives.

The social context you create, the people around you, have so much to do with whether or not you believe in yourself.

--- Katy Milkman

Lewis Howes agrees, noting that surrounding oneself with the right people can foster a belief in one's abilities and potential 5.