Make sure you're in a very comfortable position,
In a place where you can easily tune out the outside world.
This session deserves your full attention.
If you'd like,
You may close your eyes at any time.
Some people may say that confidence is something that you were just born with,
And if you don't have it,
You never will.
But this is simply untrue.
If you feel a lack of confidence,
All you need to do is practice it throughout your day,
Just like training a muscle.
Allow me to present to you some ways to do this,
Changing your life dramatically for the better.
So breathe in and breathe out.
You were certain that you're able to breathe deeply whenever you wish.
This is the same certainty that lies within everyone.
It only needs to be cultivated and nurtured to be brought to the surface.
So with your mind's eye,
Or your imagination,
Bring about an image of what the perfect posture of an extremely confident person looks like.
How are the shoulders being held on the body of someone who is very sure of themselves?
How does the head balance atop the spine of someone who knows they can achieve anything they put dedication towards?
Now imagine yourself holding the same posture,
As if you were looking at a picture of yourself,
Or perhaps even a video.
See your neck elongated,
Supporting the head with ease.
Feel the power of having your chest open and elevated,
Able to breathe fully.
Notice how your feet are firmly bound to the ground,
Until you decide to walk.
Then your legs make it effortless to move gracefully along.
When you have confidence,
Talking to people is enjoyable,
And other people look forward to hearing what's on your mind.
So see yourself now very clearly,
Talking to a loved one with ease.
Perhaps you can imagine telling them a good idea that you're having.
Notice how they respond to you with respect and curiosity to know more.
Now expand this image,
And see yourself talking in the same manner as you were with your friend.
Yet you're talking to a small group of people,
And they're captivated by your essence.
Notice how it's nice to chat out loud,
And express what makes you passionate about life.
When you're speaking to this group of listeners,
You know full well that they're enjoying the way you stir your words together.
Seeing your posture again in front of this group,
Shoulders are relaxed and back,
Head is held high,
And your chin is slightly raised.
A very gentle smile remains on your face,
As impactful words flow out.
Now see yourself finishing up this small gathering,
And thank others for giving you their undivided attention.
They authentically express how they are delighted to have witnessed your confidence,
And have learned much from all you've had to say.
Good.
We are confident when we accept who we are.
So right now,
See your body in all its beauty,
Exactly as it was born,
And accept it.
Your body is your spiritual vehicle,
So you maintain this biological machine by maintaining a healthy life.
You feel a rise in confidence each time you exercise,
And push yourself past the pain and challenge when working out.
Life feels better on the other side of confident choices.
You feel your confidence building each time you step right into a fear,
Rather than running away from it.
Doing something you don't want to do,
Because you know it will make you better,
Is your new superpower.
Talk to the person you've been too shy to before.
Apply for that job you didn't think you were good enough for.
Say you're going to do more,
And make it your priority to stick to your word.
Go to that social gathering,
Even though you experience social anxiety from time to time.
You'll be proud that you took on something you thought you couldn't.
This is how you build confidence.
Say no to that cruel craving that is telling you to eat junk instead of nutrition.
Dance when no one else is dancing,
Or at least bob your head.
There's an opportunity to build confidence in any situation.
So take a nice deep breath in,
And imagine yourself now,
In front of a large crowd of people,
With a microphone awaiting your words.
The crowd is hushed and awaiting your speech.
You see the kindness that is upon each individual face.
Now is your opportunity to be the embodiment of confidence.
Notice your posture.
Are you holding yourself with an honor and dignity?
And as you deliver your message,
With the same devotion you were talking to your loved one with,
Sentences are flowing from you,
Like a crystal-clear waterfall.
The words you choose are mighty.
You're making an impact on each person,
But even more so,
On the whole of humanity.
You're passionate.
You are wise.
Pure confidence is a natural state for you.
You've said your last and most powerful words,
And a roar of applause fills the air.
There seems to be a smile evoked on every face you can witness.
You can even feel their genuine love for you.
Good.
Now allow this image to fade,
Yet retain the way it makes you feel,
Forever.
Now hear yourself saying these affirmations.
I am confident.
I speak to others with ease.
My posture exudes confidence.
Others enjoy listening to me,
Just as I enjoy speaking to them.
Nothing can stop me from being completely self-assured.
It is easy for me to go to social gatherings and actually enjoy myself while I'm there.
I seek any opportunity to become more confident and more sure of myself.
I make sure to hold my head high in any situation.
Allow these words to go deep within all levels of your being.
You are confident.
You've always been.
You just simply forgot,
Until now.
So rise from your meditation whenever you're ready,
And please practice these techniques daily and throughout your life.
Good job,
And Namaste.
