doubt and declarations

It’s normal to occasionally doubt your abilities. 

We do this because we care deeply about doing well, and we care about the outcome — nothing to be ashamed about. 

If we were careless people, we wouldn’t have cause to doubt. 

When you find yourself questioning your abilities, countering with declarative statements can have a surprisingly positive effect. 

“Can I do this?”

I can do this.

“Am I good enough?”

I am good enough. 

Making bullish declarations like these isn’t about foolish and blind faith, it’s about giving yourself permission to succeed by uprooting the doubt that makes you tip-toe around and question every action you take.