Confidence
By Ajahn Brahmali
17 May 2008
The basics of building confidence
1. We should build a kind of foundation in the form of righteous values before we may embark upon building confidence within ourselves.
In this way we will know that we are doing the right thing; thereby feeling secure about making choices and committing actions.
2. External appearances do not matter – we do not need to ‘look’ confident.
Most importantly we must feel confident inside!
3. Confidence has to be based upon wise judgement, which will then enable us to make the right choices and to do the right things.
4. Confidence equates with humility!
It opens our minds to learning and accepting new things, thereby enabling us to grow.
There is no need to feel embarrassed about asking for advice. However, we possess the right to decide whether the information that you receive is worthwhile or not.
5. Confidence equates to knowledge too!
When we possess knowledge, we are aware about what we are speaking; this also helps us make wiser choices.
In short…
Confidence = knowledge (and thereby wise judgements) + humility sans external appearances!
