544: The #1 Science-Backed Confidence Hack Nobody Teaches | Shade Zahrai, PhD

The podcast explores strategies for building confidence and trusting oneself, particularly in the face of self-doubt. Dr. Shade Zahrai, a leadership strategist, emphasizes that confidence stems from trusting oneself rather than waiting for a feeling of readiness, and competent action begets confidence. She introduces the concept of "Big Trust," an unshakable inner conviction, and shares a practical tool called the "worry list" to manage anxiety by scheduling dedicated "worry o'clock." The conversation highlights the impact of social contagion and verbal persuasion, explaining the Pygmalion and Gollum effects, and the importance of managing one's "cognitive load" by identifying and putting down heavy "cups" in life.