There are a few tricks that can give you an immediate confidence boost in the short term.<ul><li>Picture your success when you're beginning a difficult task.</li><li>Listening to music with deep bass can promote feelings of power.</li><li>You can even strike a powerful pose or give yourself a pep talk.</li></ul>

A Quick Fix

Neuroscience supports the growth mindset. The connections in your brain do get stronger and grow with study and practice.People who have a growth mindset are more successful, getting better grades, and doing better in the face of challenges.If you have a growth mindset and think your abilities can improve, a challenge is an opportunity to learn and grow.

Believe in your ability to improve.

Studies show that those who fail regularly and keep trying anyway are better equipped to respond to challenges and setbacks in a constructive way. They learn how to try different strategies, ask others for advice and perservere.<ul><li>Think of a challenge you want to take on, realize it's not going to be easy, accept that you'll make mistakes and be kind to yourself when you do.</li><li>Give yourself a pep talk, stand up and go for it.</li></ul>The excitement you'll feel knowing that whatever the result, you'll have gained greater knowledge and understanding. This is confidence.

Practice failure.

When faced with a big challenge where potential failure seems to lurk at every corner, you’ve probably heard the advice, “Be more confident!” But where does confidence come from, and how can you get more of it? Here are three easy tips to boost your confidence.

Believe in your ability to improve.

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