Cooking Up Confidence – A Recipe for Showing Up Boldly
By Gerrard Roberts & Echo
Image credit: Alexander Suhorucov
Confidence isn't something you're born with—it's something you build. Like a good meal, it’s all about having the right ingredients and the patience to cook it just right. Here’s our go-to recipe for showing up with boss energy, even when imposter syndrome tries to creep in.
Ingredients:
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1 scoop of self-affirmation
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2 cups of preparation
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A pinch of power poses
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Generous dash of “do it scared”
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Optional: red lip, bold playlist
Instructions:
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Start with intention. Ask yourself: what does confidence look like for me today?
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Mix in an affirmation. Try: “Confidence looks good on me.” Repeat until it feels real.
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Add preparation. Whether it’s reviewing notes, planning your outfit, or setting boundaries—prep creates peace.
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Stir in posture. Stand tall. Shoulders back. Head up. Power poses do more than you think.
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Bake in action. Take a step before you overthink. Let it rise in the doing, not the doubting.
Serving Suggestion:
Best served with boundaries. Reheat when self-doubt returns.