71: The Science of Confidence—Small Actions, Big Results

Today, Penny shares a heartwarming birthday story from her childhood—choosing her very first bicycle—and uses it as a powerful metaphor for building confidence. Penny believes that confidence isn’t something you’re born with; it’s something you cultivate through action, practice, and a willingness to face your fears. 

In this episode, she unpacks the science behind confidence, the importance of movement (both physically and emotionally), and provides practical, bite-sized strategies to help you boost your self-assurance every single day. Whether it’s making a declaration with a “red marker,” striking a power pose, or simply celebrating small wins, Penny is here to guide you through the wobbles and the wins on your journey to a phenomenal life. 

Pour yourself your favorite beverage and get ready to shake things up as you learn how to pivot with passion and ride the confidence wave forward!

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STRATEGIES INSIDE THE PODCAST

Strategies you can use to help you strengthen and flex your confidence muscle and move you towards success!

🟢 Power Poses: Stand tall, shoulders back, chin up—for 2 minutes. It boosts testosterone and lowers cortisol (aka, stress). It’s your built-in body armor.

🟢 Breath Work: Try this: take 3 slow, deep breaths before a tough convo or meeting. Breathe through your nose, out through your mouth. It grounds your nervous system fast.

🟢 Daily Courage Challenge: Choose one small, uncomfortable thing each day: ask a question, say no, speak up. Micro-bravery builds self-trust.

🟢 Celebration Ritual: After any confidence-building moment, mark it. Say “I did that!” out loud. Give yourself a wink in the mirror. Whatever makes you feel good. Celebrate the evidence.

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FREE RESOURCES

Grab your copy of The Ultimate Get Unstuck! Guide

Grab your copy here👉🏻  https://www.pennycasselman.com/getunstuck

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Attend a FREE upcoming webinar: Stop Settling. Start Choosing.

Register here👉🏻 https://www.pennycasselman.com/rg-hpc-webinar

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Learn more about High-Performance Coaching with Penny

Check out all info here👉🏻https://www.pennycasselman.com/coaching

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🍸CLARITY COCKTAIL QUOTE 🍸

Inaction breeds doubt and fear. Action breeds confidence and courage.

 ~ Dale Carnegie

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Watch Penny deliver this episode of the podcast; hop over to her YouTube channel! 

https://www.youtube.com/@penny_casselman

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