Confidence and Self-Compassion with Emily Stevens

What if the thing standing between you and the business — or life — you want isn't skill, experience, or money... but the way you talk to yourself? Confidence coach Emily Stevens joins me to unpack why so many talented women hold themselves back, how to stop "shoulding" all over yourself, and the small daily shifts that build real, lasting confidence from the inside out.HIGHLIGHTS• Stop "shoulding" yourself — it sets up expectations that aren't even yours• Confidence comes from self-trust, and self-trust is built through small daily actions• "Outsourcing your confidence" to loved ones is one of the biggest confidence killers• Self-compassion is the #1 indicator of self-esteem — science backs it up• One bad appointment doesn't equal a wrong career — that's catastrophic thinking• Confidence on camera is a skill, not a talent — you get better by doing it• When women build themselves up, they stop competing and start collaboratingCHAPTERS0:00 Meet Emily Stevens1:10 Confidence for New Owners1:59 Women and Confidence Myths3:02 Stop Shoulding Yourself4:31 Building Self Trust Fast6:12 Action Creates Confidence7:54 Support Systems and Doubts9:43 Outsourcing Your Confidence11:24 Self Compassion Practice13:06 Confidence vs Self Esteem14:32 Money Mindset and Success18:24 Values and Core Compass19:18 Confidence Earlier in Life22:52 Daily Confidence Habits23:53 Stop Catastrophic Thinking24:36 Reframe With Self Compassion26:09 Three For Me Framework27:59 Collaboration Over Competition31:15 You Are The Genius34:43 Confidence On Camera39:57 Closing And Contact InfoRESOURCES• Laid Back Achievers — Emily's website with all courses, socials, and contact info: https://www.laidbackachievers.comTo learn more about Utopia Modern Salon Suites, visit our website at https://utopiamodernsalon.com/ or follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn!If you enjoyed this conversation, don’t forget to subscribe and share with a friend!