# Is There a Cost to NOT Being Confident? EP126

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Published: 2026-05-19T15:04:57+00:00
Episode link: https://hcedwardscoaching.podbean.com/e/is-there-a-cost-to-not-being-confident-ep126/
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Duration seconds: 639

## Resource

Did you know low confidence has a price tag and you've probably been paying it without realizing it? In this episode of the Crazy Confidence Coach podcast, we breaks down the five very real ways self-doubt is quietly costing you more than you think. This isn't about toxic positivity or pretending confidence is easy. It's an honest, practical look at what shrinking, second-guessing, and playing small is actually taking from your everyday life. In this episode you'll discover: Why low confidence costs you opportunities not just the ones you turned down, but the ones that never even got a chance to happen How self-doubt creates mental noise that drains your peace of mind and keeps you stuck replaying conversations The connection between weak confidence and broken boundaries and why resentment and burnout follow Why ignoring your instincts slowly erodes self-trust, and how to start rebuilding it How low confidence quietly kills your growth by making staying small feel safer than becoming more Plus, here are three actionable steps you can start today. noticing your patterns, identify one area you are playing small taking one small brave action finding an accountability partner who can grow alongside you. Confidence isn't vanity. It's a life skill. And this episode will show you exactly what it's costing you not to build it. Book a coaching call here: https://thecrazyconfidencecoach.com/book-now Email: heather@hcedwardscoaching.com Get freebies here: https://thecrazyconfidencecoach.com/freebies 20 Questions to Ask to Increase the Quality of Your Relationships Confidence Boosting Tips for Difficult Conversations Plan Your Success! Best Planner You Ever Used to Create an Unbelievable Successful Year! To be the best version of you, it requires intentional action! XO, Heather

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