As you become more confident, you start paying more attention to what’s important to you in life rather than bowing to the pressures that those around you place on you. By the time you have read this book, we expect you to know very clearly what’s important for you, and where you’re going to choose to put your time and energy going forward.

Start now by answering one simple question: What really matters to you in your life right now? For example, do you want a loving partner or family around you, a successful career, or perhaps your health is your top priority. You may be working towards a very specific goal such as running a marathon or getting married.

Write your answer down and make this the priority for your confidence-building muscles.