Confidence Quote by Augusten Burroughs
““To be more confident you need to give a whole lot less of a shit about that other people think of you.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Running with Scissors by Augusten Burroughs, 2002
Confidence grows when you stop caring about others' judgments and focus on your own values.
In simple terms: Stop caring about others' opinions to feel confident.
Key Takeaway
Ignore others' judgments.
Themes
confidence
self‑esteem
authenticity
Mood
defiant
empowering
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- public speaking
- social media
- dating
- career decisions
Key Concepts
self‑acceptance
social pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- What judgments are you still holding onto?
- How can you remind yourself of your own standards?
A Different Perspective
People may still feel anxiety despite rationalizing; internal fear can persist.
