Recognising positive things about yourself helps to bring a feeling of confidence.
Let your positive thoughts flow and write whatever you feel fits. Don’t limit your thoughts or second-guess yourself. Use a notepad to write more if you need to.
A. Complete each statement:
- I am most creative when…
- The things I do well are…
- What has helped me do these things well is…
- A time when I felt brave was…
- Something I keep trying is…
- I am most prepared when…
- If I could do anything I wanted, I would…
- The last time I laughed out loud was...
- I feel happy about…
A. Reflect on your responses. What words come to mind that describe the positive things about you and who you are? Write at least 7 words:
B. Imagine you are reading a book and the words above were used to describe the main character. Using some of these words, write a profile for the character.
C. Congratulations! You have now constructed your ‘Positive Self-Awareness Mission Statement’. Add your name and re-write it here.
D. Send this statement as a text message to yourself. Read it whenever you need a boost of confidence.