Dr. Aziz Gazipura, Psychologist and Author

Authentic Confidence with Dr. Aziz

Do you worry what other people will think? Does it make you doubt yourself, feel guilty, and ultimately stop you from being fully yourself? This can show up as people-pleasing and difficulty saying no. Or as social anxiety, staying silent in meetings, replaying conversations for hours afterward. Dr. Aziz Gazipura is a clinical psychologist and bestselling author of Not Nice. He's helped thousands of people break free from self-doubt and the fear of others' opinions. After 20 years of clinical work, Dr. Aziz discovered one pattern running underneath all of it. He calls it the approval trap: pri...

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Dr. Aziz Gazipura, Psychologist and Author

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Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

How To Be Less Nice & More You (Book Release!) 13.12.2023

Stop Hiding and Become The Most Bold, Authentic Version Of You Now In this enlightening episode, Dr. Aziz unveils his new book, "Less Nice, More You," and dives deep into transformative strategies for becoming your most authentic self. => Discover how to shed layers of excessive niceness, social anxiety, and people-pleasing. => Learn the art of assertive communication and setting clear perso...

3 Signs You're Too Nice (New Book) 07.12.2023
The Social Confidence Secret That Makes You Way More Attractive 28.11.2023

Unlocking Magnetism: The Power of Authentic Social Confidence Are you yearning to unlock a magnetic presence that draws people towards you? In this enlightening episode, Dr. Aziz guides you through a transformative experience that transcends physical appearance, revealing the true essence of social attractiveness. He'll help you identify and overcome the barriers created by social anxiety, fear of...

Why You Sabotage Yourself...And How To Stop 21.11.2023

Liberating Yourself From The Hidden Forces That Hold You Back Are you caught in the web of self-sabotage, feeling stuck and unsure how to break free? Dr. Aziz brings to light the covert workings of self-sabotage, expertly unraveling why we unknowingly create barriers to our success, happiness, and relationships. More importantly, Dr. Aziz doesn't just diagnose the problem; he offers actionable sol...

Who Chooses Your Worth? 07.11.2023

How To Feel Worthy Now In the quest for significance, have you ever paused to ask, "Who's holding the pen that writes my worth?" This thought-provoking episode, titled "Who Chooses Your Worth?" delves into our innate desire to feel important and cherished. Unpack with us: => The universal yearning for significance and the quest to feel special in the eyes of others. => The pivotal factors th...

The Best Part About Being Disliked 01.11.2023

Your Unexpected Confidence Catalyst Let's face it, we all hate being disliked. That's why we hide ourselves, avoid directly speaking up, and generally behave in a nice and pleasing manner. But what if being disliked was actually a profound gift that could boost your confidence more than all the approval in the world? In this illuminating episode, Dr. Aziz will reveal how being disliked is a potent...

Running Your Pain Away with John Thornton 25.10.2023

How To Free Yourself From Anxiety And Pain Ever wondered how our emotions, especially anxiety, play a role in our physical well-being? Dive into this riveting episode where Dr. Aziz engages in an eye-opening conversation with the renowned mind-body pain specialist, John Thornton. You'll discover: => The intricate link between the emotional weight of anxiety and the manifestation of physical pai...

How To Feel Confident No Matter What 18.10.2023

Boosting Your Self-Confidence & Self-Esteem To Create Unconditional Confidence Confidence is not a far-off dream; it's a tangible reality waiting for you to grasp. In today's episode, "How To Feel Confident No Matter What," join Dr. Aziz as he demystifies the core of true confidence. At the heart of it? Two paramount secrets: Self-Compassion and Self-Esteem. But what's the real difference betw...

Confident Public Speaking 11.10.2023

Overcome Your Fears and Find Your Voice Have you ever found your heart racing just at the thought of speaking in front of a group? In this episode we're diving deep into the reasons you might be afraid of sharing your voice in public settings. You'll uncover the root causes of that anxiety and, most importantly, navigate the path to confronting and overcoming it. Let's transform that fear into con...

Spiritual Habits That Skyrocket Confidence with Eric Zimmer 04.10.2023

Transform Yourself One Day At A Time Ready to unlock the spiritual secrets to high confidence? In today's episode, "Spiritual Habits That Skyrocket Confidence," Dr. Aziz sits down with Eric Zimmer, a meditation expert and the voice behind the widely-acclaimed podcast, The One You Feed. Delve deep into transformative spiritual practices that not only elevate your self-esteem but also unleash a worl...

The 2 Kinds Of Self-Esteem...And How To Build Them 27.09.2023

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How To Be Comfortable Talking With Anyone 06.09.2023

In this transformative episode, Dr. Aziz explores the daunting challenge of feeling anxious while communicating with certain individuals. Unearth the reasons behind this unease and learn how to tackle it head-on with two pivotal tools: rewriting your self-perceptions and honing your conversation skills. Understand how reshaping your inner narrative around self-worth and desirability, coupled with...

How To Stop Performing During Conversations 30.08.2023
You Are Worthy Of Friendship 23.08.2023

In this episode of Dr. Aziz's transformative podcast, "You Are Worthy of Friendship", we dive into the heart of social struggles and isolation. This episode illuminates the reasons behind the lack of fulfilling friendships in your life and provides empowering solutions to overcome these barriers. Explore the psychology of social anxiety, unravel the fear of rejection, and liberate yourself from th...

You Are Not Your Critical Thoughts 16.08.2023

Subtitle: Navigating Your Inner Dialogue: Seize Control from Critical Thoughts Description: In this enlightening episode, Dr. Aziz offers a striking visual metaphor: the bus driver. Your critical thoughts are merely passengers, not the one in control. This understanding allows you to take the wheel, defining your direction instead of being driven by the ghostly fears and feelings of yesteryears. E...

How To Overcome Your Anxiety Of Approaching People 09.08.2023

Are you anxious about approaching people to connect? Given the name of this podcast, probably the answer is "yes"... but did you ever ask yourself why? In this fascinating episode, Dr. Aziz guides you under the hood of your own psychology to see exactly what makes you afraid to approach others... and what you can do to change this now!

How To Stop Fearing Mistakes 02.08.2023

Subtitle: Transforming Fear Into Power: Embrace Mistakes to Build Unshakeable Confidence Description: In this riveting episode, Dr. Aziz illuminates the intimidating shadows of mistakes, unpacking why they often incite fear and examining the myriad of strategies we employ to sidestep them. More importantly, he reframes mistakes not as frightful specters to be avoided but as essential stepping ston...

You Don't Need Their Approval 26.07.2023
How To Be More Decisive Now 19.07.2023
Are You Enough? 12.07.2023

In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Aziz dives deep into the unspoken question that often plagues our minds – "Am I Enough?" Join us as we uncover the hidden fear that keeps us from taking risks and embracing life's opportunities. With expert insights and powerful anecdotes, we'll explore the secret question beneath this nagging self-doubt and reveal practical strategies to help you break free from t...

Accountability, Confidence, & Becoming The Person You Want To Be with Sam Silverstein 05.07.2023

Description: In this thought-provoking episode we dive deep into the power of accountability and its transformative effects on our lives. Join us as we welcome Sam Silverstein, a world-renowned accountability expert, who shares his wisdom on: => The true essence of accountability and its often misunderstood meanings. => How embracing accountability can cultivate confidence, self-esteem, and...

Are You Too Trusting? (The Goldilocks Principle) 28.06.2023

Join us in this thought-provoking episode as we explore the delicate balance between trust and self-preservation in relationships. In "Are You Too Trusting?", we delve into the spectrum of trust, from complete isolation due to an inability to trust, to being overly trusting and consequently being hurt or taken advantage of. Renowned expert Dr. Aziz guides us through the intricate process of findin...

20 Tips From 20 Years Of Confidence (Part 3) 21.06.2023

This year Dr. Aziz celebrated his 40th birthday, and 20 years of obsessively studying confidence. He continues to share his top 20 tips that he's gleaned over helping thousands of clients and students over the last two decades Join in for the final installment of these 20 tips! (part 3 of 3)

The Secret To Eliminate Embarrassment Instantly 13.06.2023

Do you hate feeling embarrassed? Do you hate it so much that you actually avoid social situations or risks that might lead to being embarrassed? Join Dr. Aziz in this mind-blowing episode where you'll discover exactly where embarrassment comes from, and why fearing it can create an ever-shrinking cage around your life. And then discover the powerful antidote to this fear so you can be free from em...

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