Les Brown’s Motivational Message

I know, I know, it’s no surprise that I’m posting another Les brown video.  I am extremely fond of Mr. Brown for the power of his messages and the value he delivers to other people’s lives.  He offers real live examples from his own life.  He shows that he’s just a regular guy who had a dream and the passion and confidence to turn that dream into reality.  This message will motivate, inspire and challenge you to become your personal best.  I hope you feel the same way after viewing it.  Also, feel free to leave a comment and post to Twitter and Facebook after viewing.  Without further adieu, here’s Les:

4 Steps to Building Your Self Confidence

Be Honest With Yourself

The first key to changing or improving any area of your life is to totally assess where you are now. There of areas that we all need to improve on. For some, it’s weight control. For others it’s needing to land a better job. Honesty where you are will allow you to create a plan of growth. If you are not honest about who you are and where you are, any type of striving for self improvement will not be long lasting.

Fulfill Your Heart’s Desire

How long it has been since you last did something that you really liked, something that you enjoyed doing as a child? How long has it been since you went out for ice cream with a friend? These simple things have the power to build your self-confidence and add fulfillment to your life. Life can be very quite simple. It is easy to get caught u in the rat race of today’s world, and lose yourself in the process. It is easy to forget your purpose, what you like and what you enjoy doing. It happens to people all of the time. It is your responsibility to yourself that you get back to those simple things in life.

Find a group of friends

You’ve heard the saying, “birds of a feather flock together”. It is important to find people with whom you enjoy spending time and doing things. You will find that life is a little bit easier when you are among the people who share your interests and your feelings. There is an understanding between you, as well as an open dialogue. Good conversation and friendship are healthy and important for our minds and souls.

Set goals and just do it!

Take one step at a time. Those single steps will develop into a giant gait over time. Do not overwhelm yourself, but simply do the task at hand. But set achievable goals and go for them! Don’t focus on the big picture, concentrate on the small steps. This is the only way to accomplish anything, and to avoid procrastination and depression. Even the smallest achievement will give you a sense of accomplishment that will boost your self-confidence.