Deck 20: Believing in Yourself: Develop Self-Confidence

Question 1

Self-confidence is the core belief that I ____________________.

Answer 1

CAN

Question 2

Which of the three following groups,studied by psychologist Charles Garfield,improved the most in speechmaking abilities?

A) Group 1 read and studied how to give public speeches,but delivered no actual speeches.
B) Group 2 read about speechmaking and also gave two talks each week to small audiences of classmates and friends.
C) Group 3 read about effective speaking and gave one talk each week to small groups.This group also watched videotapes of effective speakers and,twice a day,mentally rehearsed giving effective speeches of their own.

Answer 2

C

Question 3

By creating one small success after another,eventually you create a success identity,which is one way to build your self-confidence.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

Self-esteem is strengthened by increased self-confidence.

Question 5

Genuine self-confidence results from a history of trying to be successful.