Having previously addressed this subject, confidence remains an essential aspect of our lives, prompting this follow-up article on the ten signs of a confident individual. If you identify with any of these traits, you can confidently affirm your own confidence. Missed a few? No problem—there’s always room to learn and grow.
1. You keep your promises
A person who keeps their promises is reliable and trustworthy. They match their words with consistent actions, taking responsibility for their commitments. Their integrity and dedication earn them respect and admiration from others.
2. You say and do what you mean
Many people like to brag about themselves and the things they do – or want to do. Talking about the things you want to achieve is one thing – actually doing it is a different story. Confident people do what they say and say what they do.
A great practice is to stop discussing your plans. Consistency in taking action will allow the results to speak louder than any words ever could. Don’t talk about going to the gym. Start going then people will notice the results.
3. You always face your fears
Most of the time, success is on the other side of fear. Confident people are not afraid to take risks and face the things they fear. Whether it is public speaking, starting a business, or asking out the woman you like on a date.
4. You understand that comparing yourself to others is bad
Your only competition is you. Nowadays, you can fake anything online, so why would you believe others’ success or happiness? Social media is a big part of the problem. We like to show only the good side of everything, but never the bad days.
This way, our followers may see our lives as perfect, and when they encounter a rough day, they might feel down, assuming that others are free from problems. However, it is vital to understand that everyone experiences bad days, and they are a normal part of life.
Confident people withhold from comparing themselves to others and instead focus on their personal growth and progress from the previous day. Your only competition is you.
5. You’re not afraid to be wrong
Confident people can be wrong too, but they can acknowledge and take it with pride. For a long time, I thought that strong people never admit that they are wrong. Nowadays, I believe the complete opposite. If you are wrong – say sorry and mean it.
We often mess things up. The simplest way to seem confident when you are wrong is to acknowledge it and say sorry. People who don’t say sorry when they are wrong are not strong – they’re the opposite. They are weak people.
6. You are not afraid of talking to others
Confident people are not afraid to talk with others and ask for guidance. Nowadays, we talk less to each other face to face – especially since covid, where work and school mean Teams meetings. Speaking with friends is often happening on apps like iMessage or WhatsApp, and real-life communication is happening less often.
Although, the one benefit of this is that the lack of communication raises the value of in-person communication. So, if you have the chance to speak face to face with someone, appreciate it and don’t take it for granted.
7. You enjoy listening more than speaking
Confident people know when to speak up and when to listen. You are not only listening but actively listening to the other person. When it is your turn to ask questions or reply, you can add value to the conversation. The person who always wants to talk is not confident – they are weak and insecure.
Of course, there are exceptions, as with everything in life, but most of the time, when you see someone listening more than they speak, it’s not a sign of shyness. Maybe they are not knowing the topic well enough to add value to the conversation. Confident people are listening instead of adding stupid comments to the dialogue.
8. You don’t wait for an opportunity to be handed to you
My favorite quote revolves around the concept of opportunity. It comes from one of my beloved TV shows, Suits. In the show, when the main character, Harvey Specter, is accused of being fortunate in life, his response is straightforward: “I don’t get lucky. I make my own luck.”
Confident individuals don’t rely on luck or wait for opportunities to come their way. They actively create their own fortune. If you spot an opportunity, seize it, as you never know how long it will be available.
9. You seek approval from only the best sources
A confident person knows who to take advice from. Think about it, if you wouldn’t take advice from the person, why would you be interested in what he or she has to say about you anyway? That’s right. You only need to listen to the people that are giving their genuine opinion.
10. You stand up for yourself and the weak
A confident person stands up for themself and the weak, whether it is an elderly person, a kid, or someone with a disability. Confident people don’t let others bully them or people who can’t protect themselves.
Final thoughts
In this article, we explored the signs you are confident. Now, let’s recap. If you recognize yourself in these points, congratulations – you are a confident person. Don’t worry if you’ve missed a few; there’s always room for growth and improvement.
Take notes and start implementing them in your lifestyle, and you can be sure that the world will see you as a confident person. If you think we missed something on the list, write us on social media. You’ll find the links below.
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