6: Overcoming Self-Doubt

Episode Summary:

Many athletes struggle with self-doubt—the fear of failure and the feeling that they don’t measure up. In this episode, we break down where self-doubt comes from and how to reprogram your mind with practical steps to build confidence from the inside out.

Key Topics Covered:

✅ What is self-doubt? That inner voice that whispers, “You’re not good enough.”

✅ How the brain creates limiting beliefs and why our negativity bias keeps us stuck.

✅ Fear of failure and judgment—how survival instincts are still influencing your confidence today.

✅ The danger of comparison—social media, teammates, and competitors fuel self-doubt.

✅ Practical steps to rewire your brain and turn self-doubt into confidence.

Real-Life Example:

🏀 A young basketball player avoids layups because of self-doubt: “I always shoot too hard and miss.” His brain is protecting him from embarrassment. By recognizing the thought, questioning it, and taking action, he reprograms his confidence and transforms his game.

How to Reprogram Your Mind to Overcome Self-Doubt:

1️⃣ Awareness – Pay attention to your feelings; they signal limiting beliefs.

2️⃣ Question the thought – Is this story serving you or holding you back?

3️⃣ Tell yourself a better story – Shift your self-talk to create a better story.

4️⃣ Take action anyway – Prove to your brain that failure is not a threat but instead your path to success.

Take the Next Step:

Confidence Reboot Workshop: Reprogram Your Mind for Success – A 45-minute online workshop to help you transform self-doubt into confidence. Check it out at amysuiter.com/confidenceworkshop