Confidence is both a mindset and a behavior. Yet other people cannot determine our internal mindset; they can only ascertain our confidence level from our external behaviors. Most of us have heard the ...

One of the main influences on our behavior is the consequences of our actions, especially those that come shortly after we perform that action. For example, when a behavior is followed by positive and ...

New research says that experiencing low confidence in one area can lead to attempts to boost our status in another, even if it means engaging in fraud. If we seek better financial status, we may ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Kara Dennison writes about careers, leadership, and the job market. More than 70% of professionals experience imposter syndrome or ...

Discover how simple routines provide security and predictability, fostering positive behaviour in children and reducing ...

New research reveals how low confidence drives feedback-seeking, enhancing learning with insights for education and rehabilitation strategies. A new study from co-lead author Christopher J. Cagna, PhD ...

Confidence isn’t something you’re born with or without – it’s a skill that can be developed and strengthened through specific daily habits. While building lasting confidence takes time, certain ...

Since its appearance at the end of the last century, positive psychology has greatly influenced a significant number of all the conceptual and theoretical models developed in the field of psychology.