The Power of Confidence and Conviction: Building Bridges Within Ourselves
By Rodney Bullard
CEO The Same House PBC | Former Senior Executive at Chick-fil-A / Global CSR, ESG and Marketing Leader | Best-Selling Author | Former AUSA | Former Air Force JAG l Corporate and Non-profit Board Director
When we start new projects or pursue our objectives, it’s essential to have a sense of certainty. This sense gives us the confidence and determination we need to act and make progress. However, being sure about something is not enough. Real success requires a more profound foundation based on confidence and conviction.
Confidence is the belief in our abilities. Conviction is the belief in the worthiness and nobility of our goals. Together, confidence and conviction enable us to make a meaningful impact. However, hesitation often stems from a lack of self-confidence. To bridge the gap, we must align our beliefs, values, and actions. We must live authentically and take deliberate steps toward realizing our goals.
Achieving congruence is a journey of self-discovery and personal growth. It involves diving deep into our innermost beliefs and desires and taking intentional action to align our lives with them. It requires us to cultivate a mindset of openness, acceptance, and empathy towards ourselves and others, creating an environment that fosters growth and development.
One way to cultivate congruence is through self-reflection and introspection. By asking ourselves to probe questions and examining our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, we can gain insight into our inner workings and identify areas where we may be out of alignment. From there, we can take proactive steps to bring ourselves into greater harmony and alignment with our convictions.
Ultimately, achieving congruence between confidence and conviction is not just about personal success; it is about making a positive impact in the world. When we are aligned with our true selves and our deepest aspirations, we become beacons of inspiration and empowerment for others. We lead by example, showing others what is possible when we dare to pursue our dreams with unwavering determination and conviction.
In the words of Jesus, “All I have is yours, and all you have is mine. And glory has come to me through them. I will remain in the world no longer, but they are still in the world, and I am coming to you. Holy Father, protect them by the power of your name–the name you gave me–so that they may be one as we are one” (John 17:10-11). As we align ourselves with our purpose and pursue our dreams, let us remember the power of confidence and conviction to bridge the gap within ourselves and unite us with others in a shared mission of love and service.