Build Your Inner Foundation, Watch the World Follow
I’ve got a question for you:
What’s the one thing that touches every area of your life: relationships, business, even your health?
Confidence.
If you’ve been a long-time reader, I’m sure you know this by now as I hope I have drilled it into you.
But I won’t stop, because our society is in a confidence crisis.
Afraid to take anything for themselves, or even just stand up for themselves.
I’m not talking about the loud, fake-it-‘til-you-make-it confidence. I’m talking about the quiet, silent assassin James Bond-esque kind. The kind that says:
“I know my worth and I don’t need anyone else to validate it.”
I’ve been there.
It isn’t easy to develop.
You need support, knowledge, and discipline to do it.
There was a time when I tolerated disrespect just to “fit in.”
I’ve stayed in friendships, jobs, and relationships that drained me because I didn’t believe I deserved better.
And it showed.
My business deals fell through.
My relationships felt one-sided.
Even my health took a hit.
Confidence isn’t just a “nice to have.” It’s the foundation of everything.
When you don’t trust yourself to show up or set boundaries, it’s like trying to build a skyscraper on quicksand.
The good news? You can rebuild the foundation.
Here’s three simple steps:
1. Master Self-Trust
Every time you keep a promise to yourself; whether it’s hitting the gym, making that call, or saying “no” when you mean it, you build trust. Trust is the backbone of confidence.
2. Set Standards
In relationships, business, and life, people will treat you how you let them. Decide today what you will and won’t tolerate.
3. Take Ownership
Blaming circumstances is easy. Owning your results? That’s authentic power. The moment you take full responsibility for your growth, the game changes.
When I threw away my Adderall, I thought I’d lose my edge. Instead, I learned this:
The real edge isn’t in the shortcuts. It’s in the grind, the growth, and the belief that you can handle anything.
It’s never too late to rebuild.
Much love,
Shawn “Sheshn” Heshmatpour
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