In life, there are days and moments where everything we do does not feel enough, or face situations that are beyond our control. A common response to such instances is to doubt ourselves and our abilities, and that is a very normal and human thing to do. But the effect of self-doubt can cut both ways: It can either spur us to achieve our goals and thereby boost our confidence levels, or cause us to feel entirely powerless and paralysed. Fortunately, whether we allow it to work for or against us is mostly up to us. In this issue, we will explore the ways in which we can harness self-doubt to build confidence -- one step at a time. | Moving from Self Doubt to Self Confidence It would be nice if moving from self doubt to self confidence just came naturally. However, moving from self doubt to self confidence is a practice you can adopt, with practice. When you are able to identify where your insecurities lie and what is stopping you from feeling confident, you can then start the process of moving from self doubt to self confidence. You will be able to work on eliminating the blocks that are keeping you from moving through life with assuredness. Here are some of the culprits for the patterns of self doubt and ideas for what you can do about them. | Why confidence and knowledge can lead to smart money decisions Two common areas that cause people to procrastinate financially are knowledge and confidence. Logically, we know that financial literacy can boost our confidence to make informed money-management decisions. Yet, many people tell me that they lack the confidence to learn and absorb that financial knowledge, which holds them back. However, everybody is capable of effectively managing their money. While some need mindset adjustments, others need a confidence boost or a little reassurance that they are on the right track. Take small steps, follow and when doubt starts to creep in, remind yourself that money is only a tool and you are learning. | 9 Habits That Are Destroying Your Confidence | Proudly Brought to You I seek to reach out to people who believe in safeguarding the interests of their loved ones. Let me know if I can be of help to someone you know or care about. We can make a difference to lives when it matters most. Cheers. | Rachel Huang Tianhui | | | | unsubscribe | You are receiving this email because you're my client, a friend or you've given permission to receive this email. If you'd rather not receive our emails, you can unsubscribe from our mailing list by clicking 'Unsubscribe' above. © Rachel Huang Tianhui, All rights reserved. | | | Xinling, pharmacist Rachel has been an outstanding financial advisor, always going the extra mile with great attention to detail. Whether offering financial advice or handling insurance issues, she is friendly and supportive. Her dedication includes even accompanying me on trips to manage these matters. Thank you, Rachel, for all your help and support! | | | Alvin Tan, infrastructure engineer Rachel was introduced to me by my brother and is a dedicated professional who explains clearly the policies and details. She is also friendly and thinks of what are the options that may be suitable for me. She is someone trustworthy and whom I can rely on for advice. Thanks | | | Crystal, business development executive Rachel Huang is an exceptionally friendly insurance agent who consistently goes above and beyond to ensure I receive the best care and advice for my health. She is always attentive, proactive, and genuinely cares about my well-being. Her dedication and willingness to go the extra mile make her an invaluable support in navigating my health insurance needs. | | | Azri, Civil Service Rachel has been handling my family’s insurance for a few years now and at no point in time she has not helped us when we needed her help and expertise. An excellent advisor that puts others first before her, always. Thank you Rachel for all that you have been doing for us | | | Esmond, trader A wonderful advicer and mum, Rachel has come a long way and I'm glad she is inching closer towards her dream. With her vast experience, she is able to answer all my queries, providing alternatives as well, and I feel safe with her at the helm. Looking forward to you reaching your next milestone and also a red packet next year | | | Christyn, nurse Have known Rachel for about 9 years. She has always been patient and empathetic in all my interactions with her. Always thinking in the best interests for her clients. Sincere thanks and appreciation from the bottom of my heart. | | | | |