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Self-Confidence: A Philosophy
Inspired by great figures from Emerson and Nietzsche to Madonna and Serena Williams, this engaging philosophical essay explores the workings of self-confidence and how to develop it.
Where does self-confidence come from? How does it work? What makes it stronger or weaker? Why are some people more confident than others? Is it only a question of temperament or the result of conscious self-improvement? How do you get closer to those who stand out thanks entirely to their confidence in themselves?
Drawing on philosophical texts, ancient wisdom, positive psychology, and a wide range of case studies that feature famous thinkers, artists, and athletes, but also unsung heroes such as a fighter pilot and an urgent-care doctor, Charles Pépin brings to light the strange alchemy that is self-confidence. In doing so, he gives us the keys to having more confidence in ourselves.
Where does self-confidence come from? How does it work? What makes it stronger or weaker? Why are some people more confident than others? Is it only a question of temperament or the result of conscious self-improvement? How do you get closer to those who stand out thanks entirely to their confidence in themselves?
Drawing on philosophical texts, ancient wisdom, positive psychology, and a wide range of case studies that feature famous thinkers, artists, and athletes, but also unsung heroes such as a fighter pilot and an urgent-care doctor, Charles Pépin brings to light the strange alchemy that is self-confidence. In doing so, he gives us the keys to having more confidence in ourselves.
176 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2001
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April 5, 2017
Freud uncovers a dearth of images on this most famous of writers. Believable? I'm not sure, but entertaining.
July 28, 2025
This is an absolute must read. I thoroughly enhoyed the exploration of the many aspects attributed to self-confidence and the ways that it is truly built. I believe that anyone should pick this book up, whether they think they need it or not. I feel that many great, thought-provoking ideas were present in this book that were worth my time. I love it and highly recommend it to anyone and everyone. (A good read for social workers or other professionals in similar fields too!)
December 4, 2015
Seems completely over the top to me.
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