The Confidence Podcast: Mindset Coaching and Tips to Overcome Self-Limiting Beliefs, Self-Doubt, Perfectionism, Overthinking, Impostor Syndrome and Insecurity

Have you ever looked at someone living the life you dream of and thought, "They're just different than me?" What if the real difference isn't talent, luck, confidence, or even discipline? What if it's commitment? In today's episode, we're talking about the kind of commitment that most people never see—the commitment to keep going after the excitement fades, after progress slows, after you feel dis...

Have you accomplished everything you were "supposed to" — and still feel like it's not enough? You're not broken. You're a high achiever with an identity gap, not an achievement gap. In this video, I'm breaking down exactly why the feeling of enough never arrives no matter how much you do, and what to do instead. In this video: Why high achievers are the most vulnerable to chronic not-enough-ness...

You can be accomplished, self-aware, and still not fully like yourself — and for high achievers, that gap is more common than anyone admits. In this episode, Trish explores why so many driven women have mastered the performance of confidence while still feeling unsettled about who they actually are underneath it.   In this episode: Why liking yourself is different from — and deeper than — confiden...

Most high achievers don't have a money problem. They have a wealth ceiling. They work hard. They achieve. They earn. Yet no matter how much they accomplish, they still feel pressure, insecurity, or the sense that they should be doing more. In this episode, we're talking about the invisible beliefs that limit your ability to create, receive, keep, and enjoy wealth. You'll learn the difference betwe...

High achievers often get lumped into one category: driven, ambitious, successful. But not all high achievers are driven by the same thing. In this episode, we're breaking down the four different types of Type A personalities and uncovering what each one is secretly avoiding. From perfectionism and people-pleasing to overachievement and control, you'll learn the hidden motivations behind your habit...

Why do some people bother us SO much? In this episode, we're talking about the hidden emotional exhaustion that comes from obsessing over people you don't even like — the coworkers, family members, acquaintances, personalities, or social dynamics that keep hijacking your peace. You'll learn: why certain people trigger you so deeply how irritation becomes emotional captivity why overthinking diffic...

Swagger isn't arrogance. It's not loud confidence, attention-seeking, or pretending you're better than people. Real swagger is embodied self-approval. And most people don't lack confidence because they're incapable — they lack confidence because they've become disconnected from themselves. In this episode, we're talking about: why self-criticism destroys your natural confidence how unchecked negat...

Do you constantly feel like you should be doing more, achieving more, or being better?   In this episode, we're talking about the self-critical voice — the exhausting inner dialogue that keeps high achievers stuck in cycles of pressure, overthinking, shame, and never feeling good enough.   You'll learn:   * why self-criticism feels "productive" * the hidden cost of being hard on yourself * the dif...

Why your brain keeps rehearsing fear — and how to retrain it for confidence. Most people don't realize this: They are using their imagination against themselves all day long. They imagine: rejection embarrassment failure awkwardness disappointment people judging them And then they wonder why they feel anxious, hesitant, emotionally exhausted, and stuck in overthinking. In this episode, we're unpac...

Most people aren't aware of how negative their thinking actually is. In this episode, we're diving into the concept of negativity bias—your brain's natural tendency to focus on problems, threats, and what's going wrong—and how it quietly shapes your confidence, decisions, and results.   You'll learn how to: Recognize sneaky negative thought patterns Stop absorbing negativity from others Shift the...

If saying no makes you feel guilty, anxious, or like you're letting people down—this episode is for you. In this episode of The Confidence Podcast, we're breaking down how to say no with confidence—without overexplaining, people-pleasing, or spiraling about what others think. You'll learn: Why saying no feels so hard (and what's really going on) The hidden cost of always saying yes How to say no c...

After 700 episodes of The Confidence Podcast, millions of downloads, and years of coaching high-achieving women—this is the most honest, distilled truth about confidence I've ever shared. Because confidence isn't what most people think it is. It's not something you're born with. It's not something you "find." And it's definitely not something you wait to feel before you take action. Confidence is...

Disappointment is one of the most powerful—and most misunderstood—emotions when it comes to confidence. Most people don't fail because they aren't capable. They fail because they don't know how to process disappointment… so they make it mean something about who they are. In this episode, I'm sharing a real-life lesson from Snowboarding Nationals—where I found myself coaching my kids through the em...

Most people believe success comes from trying harder. Pushing harder. Working harder. Forcing themselves to "be better." But that mindset often creates the exact things that hold us back: pressure, perfectionism, hesitation, and fear of failure. In this episode, I'm introducing a powerful shift that will change the way you approach growth, confidence, and progress in your life: Stop trying. Start...

What if the goal isn't to eliminate impostor syndrome… but to become so confident that it doesn't control you anymore?   Most people don't tell you this: The people doing the biggest things in the world… the people stepping into leadership… the people trying new things… they all feel like impostors sometimes. The difference isn't that confident people don't feel it. The difference is that they don...

What if you trained your brain the same way you trained your body? Most people can point to when they started working out, playing sports, or taking their physical health seriously. But very few people ever intentionally start training their minds. In this episode, Trish breaks down how to actually rewire your thoughts using the science of neuroplasticity and practical daily mental training. You'l...

What makes someone instantly likable? It's not charisma, popularity, or being the most interesting person in the room. In this episode, I break down the psychology behind why some people naturally draw others toward them — and the simple behaviors that make people genuinely enjoy being around you. You'll learn: The biggest mistake people make when trying to be likable The 7 habits of socially magn...

Ever felt the sting of not being the first pick? Not the favorite friend. Not the chosen one. Not the one selected. In this episode, we break down why being overlooked feels so personal — and why it triggers deep insecurity around belonging, worth, and identity. You'll learn: * Why your brain turns social moments into identity conclusions * The hidden fear behind comparison and rejection * How to...

  What if you're not stuck with the personality, habits, or patterns you have right now?   What if the version of you that feels anxious, insecure, inconsistent, or held back… isn't permanent — just practiced?   In this episode, we're diving into the science of neuroplasticity and how your brain can be deliberately rewired to support the identity you actually want.   Because real change doesn't ha...

Ever feel like you're doing all the right things… and nothing is working? You're showing up. You're trying. You're putting in effort. And yet… no breakthrough. No traction. No visible results. This episode is for the moment when motivation dips, doubt gets loud, and quitting feels logical. Inside this episode, we'll talk about: Why progress often goes invisible before it becomes inevitable The dan...

Self-consciousness isn't the real problem—it's just the symptom. In this episode, we're breaking down what's actually happening when you feel hyper-aware, awkward, hesitant, or overly focused on how you're coming across. Most people try to "fix" self-consciousness by forcing confidence, faking boldness, or trying to stop caring what people think—but that approach never lasts.   Instead, you'll lea...

So much of what we do is driven by the quiet pressure to be impressive... To sound smart. To be liked and popular. To justify our choices. To prove that we're doing enough—or that we belong.   In this episode, we explore how the need to prove yourself slowly erodes confidence and keeps you stuck in performance mode. You'll learn why trying to be impressive is often a sign of self-doubt (not confid...

Failure has been taught all wrong.   Most people think failure means something went wrong—that it's proof they weren't good enough, ready enough, or capable enough. And that belief quietly keeps them stuck.   In this episode, I'm redefining failure in a way that actually builds confidence instead of destroying it. You'll learn why failure is not the opposite of success, how willingness matters mor...

Do you struggle with confidence around intimidating people—like powerful leaders, confident coworkers, outspoken friends, or people who seem "ahead" of you? In this episode, confidence coach Trish Blackwell breaks down how to be confident around intimidating people without feeling small, awkward, or self-conscious. You'll learn why intimidation is usually an internal story (not a personality flaw)...

When results feel invisible, it's easy to stop believing in yourself — and that's usually the moment people quit. In this episode, we're talking about why effort always matters, how belief is trained (not hoped for), and what to do when your mindset starts questioning whether your small actions count. You'll learn how to rebuild belief through simple journaling, why effort compounds before it show...