Wire Your Brain for Confidence: The Science of Conquering Self-Doubt

by Louisa Jewell

Do you ever wonder why you are confident in some areas of your life and yet in other areas,you have so much fear and self-doubt

The good news is scientists have discovered the formula on how you can wire your  brain for a more action-oriented kind of confidence that boosts your courage to  act, even when you're feeling afraid.  In this approachable and game-changing guide to building your situation-specific confidence, positive psychology expert Louisa Jewell shows that adopting a resilient mindset will enable you to show up as your best self at home and in the workplace. Jewell has deep knowledge of the science of the good life, honed through years of study and practice, and here she presents only the most effective and proven techniques for increasing your grit and confidence. Through stories,reflection questions, and exercises, she will guide you from fear to courage,and give you the ability to accomplish the goals that seemed impossible. Wire Your Brain for Confidence will put you on the fast track to flourishing in every area of your life.

Genres: Self Help, Nonfiction, Psychology, Neuroscience, Personal Development, Mental Health

258 pages, Paperback

Published September 21, 2017

Reviews

[Aimee Savard · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book literally changed my thought process but helping me identify negative self-talk, something I wasn’t aware of when trying to conquer a goal or considering a new challenge. Very accessible. Highly recommend it.

[Elena J · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wire Your Brain for Confidence is both empowering and transformative a masterclass in blending science and soul. Louisa Jewell doesn’t just tell readers to “be confident”; she shows them how to cultivate it from the inside out. With warmth, research-backed insight, and practical exercises, she translates complex psychology into an accessible roadmap for courage. It’s not just a book about confidence it’s a guide to living with purpose, resilience, and self-trust in a world that constantly tests both.

[Casey · Rating 4 out of 5]

An easy read for anyone who might need a little extra push to do something hard or understand why they haven’t done it yet. Nice mix between scientific research sprinkled with the author’s personal stories (didn’t realize she worked at IBM like me when I bought the book!). The exercises and summaries at the end of each section is a nice organizational trick to maximize refindability later on.

[Josh · Rating 3 out of 5]

Compilation of much information. Anecdote-filled chapters conclude with self-reflective exercises.

My theme this month: be deliberate. (In response, in reflection, in general.)

Some exercises remind me of yearcompass.com.

[Emma Bothwell · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some good ideas, very approachable - would be a great book to reconnect with positive thoughts next time I'm spiralling in low energy, given that it's easy to read and has some solid, evidence-based points.

[Tanya Eastman · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. The book includes research based ideas, the lived experience of the author, practical advice and activities.