How to Train Confidence: The Science of Self-Compassion and Leadership

Our Future is Kind Episode 72  What if confidence, courage, and leadership were skills you could train?  In this episode of Our Future is Kind, Michael Neece speaks with civic leader and founder Sarah Jakle, creator of Democracy Since 2020, about how neuroscience, self-compassion, and nervous system tools can empower the next generation of leaders.  Sarah shares her personal journey through chronic illness, adversity, and resilience, and how it led her to build programs that teach high school girls how to move from an inner critic to an "inner best friend" and "inner champion." The conversation explores emotional regulation, allyship, civic engagement, and why building confidence early can reshape leadership pipelines for generations to come.  This week, when self-doubt shows up, pause and respond to yourself with the same encouragement you would give a close friend or someone you deeply care about. When things feel overwhelming, Sarah recommends using simple nervous system resets: notice your thoughts, pause, and shift toward something grounding or beautiful like nature, humor, or a calming activity. Practicing self-compassion, gratitude, and moving between hard and restful moments helps rebuild emotional balance. Staying inspired comes from learning to treat yourself with the same kindness you hope to give others.     Website: https://www.democrashe.org/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-jakle-535617240/?skipRedirect=true  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahjakle/  Please visit our website to get more information: http://ourfutureiskind.com/  Michael G. 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