Confidence Project Research

Build awareness and self-defense skills to prevent violence, boost confidence, and stay safe with practical safety and conflict tips.

Dating rejection hurts, but building confidence through self-growth, connection, and authenticity can boost attraction and emotional resilience.

Teen storytelling builds identity, resilience, and social connection.

What if hearing “no” was actually a win? Discover how rejection can build resilience and confidence in both youth and adults.

Social media's "highlight reel" effect can lead to self-doubt and anxiety. To build confidence, practice media literacy, set boundaries, follow positive influences, engage in real-life connections, and reframe comparisons. Adults can support youth by enco...

Tai Chi, a low-impact exercise from ancient China, combines gentle movements with rhythmic breathing. It enhances flexibility, balance, and muscle strength while promoting mindfulness and stress reduction. Suitable for all ages, Tai Chi offers a holistic ...

Have you ever been bothered by someone's words or actions but hesitated to address them for fear of harming the relationship? In such instances, you might avoid a person or situation entirely just to prevent a conflict. But why is the mere idea of conflic...

Research has provided valuable insights into how individuals can develop confidence and resilience to recover from adversity. Confidence is the belief in your abilities and judgment, which drives you to take action despite fears and uncertainties. Resilie...

While low self-esteem and self-confidence can indeed have negative impacts on various aspects of life, it's important to remember that there is hope for improvement and growth. Cultivating healthy coping mechanisms that foster the growth of confidence and...

Young people from diverse backgrounds across the state of Utah participated in a three-day camp structured around a newly developed confidence-building curriculum. Practical application and high-adventure activities reinforced the concepts taught in the c...

Prioritizing time for moments of tranquility proves to be highly valuable and is a cost-effective approach to cultivating confidence. Below are recommendations for incorporating calming practices into your routine:

When your child lacks confidence, it’s easy for them to hold back due to fear and anxiety. Start a conversation with your child about how they are feeling and try to understand where their lack of confidence stems from.

When we talk about confidence, we are referring to your level of certainty or how much you trust your own abilities to handle the situations that come up in life. The word confidence is often used interchangeably with self-esteem.

We can enhance our capacity to learn from failure by developing a growth mindset. We may not succeed in all things in life, but we can increase our abilities, knowledge, and skills.

Healthy friendships are an important part of building confidence in youth. Youth especially benefit from friendships as these friendships help them to feel a sense of acceptance and value by people other than their families.

AgrAbility of Utah helps farmers and ranchers with disabilities stay active in agriculture through adaptive technology, site assessments, and confidence-building support via USU Extension partnerships.