Pressure moments can make or break confidence. Athletes are trained to keep their cool, even when things get heated. That’s called emotional regulation. It’s not about ignoring emotions but managing them so they don’t throw you off. Think of MS Dhoni, always calm, composed, even in tense finishes. That calmness? That’s confidence in control. Notice what triggers you; maybe it’s criticism, failure, or high expectations. Learn how to pause before reacting. Breathe. Reframe. Respond with clarity, not panic. It takes practice, but it’s worth it.
You can build confidence with one mindset tweak, one practice session, one bounce-back at a time.