Oct 15 2024 29 mins
🎙️ Chapter One Drop: Confidence Is an Inside Job – Special Book Release Episode
Welcome back to Confidence and Coffee! ☕ This episode is extra special because I’m giving you a first look at Chapter One from my new book, Confidence Is an Inside Job. If you’ve ever struggled with people pleasing or wondered how to walk confidently in who God made you to be – this one is for you.
Get comfy, grab your coffee, and let’s dive in!
Timestamps & Takeaways:
0:00 – Introduction: Why This Episode Is a Big Deal
Why I’m dedicating this episode to the release of Confidence Is an Inside Job.
2:30 – Cultural Fear of Transparency & Vulnerability
The struggle with being real and why many of us are afraid to show our flaws.
5:15 – Kindergarten Memory: Where People Pleasing Begins
The first time I cared what others thought – white sneakers, pigtails, and heartbreak.
10:00 – Bible Talk: The OG People Pleasers (Adam & Eve)
What the Garden of Eden teaches us about people pleasing – spoiler: it’s nothing new.
15:40 – Maslow’s Hierarchy: Why We Crave Acceptance
How our basic need to be accepted can drive unhealthy behavior – and what to do about it.
20:10 – Red Flags of People Pleasing
•Apologizing for things you didn’t do
•Keeping quiet to avoid conflict
•Needing likes or comments to feel good about yourself
25:30 – Building Real Confidence: Trusting Who God Made You to Be
How to let go of people pleasing and walk in purpose.
30:15 – Journaling Prompt: Reflecting on Confidence and People Pleasing
Grab a pen and reflect: Where do you see people pleasing showing up in your life?
33:00 – Outro: Spread the Word & Join the Movement
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