Most of you or maybe 99% may think why would someone ask such a stupid question. Like, of course, both are different. They are not similar in any way.

Okay, so the purpose of today’s article is to find out if you, me or anyone of us is totally aware of the difference between two. Or simply put, are they the same thing with just a difference of words or entirely different?

You go to google & type these words ‘Self-confidence’ & ‘self-esteem’ & you will instantly come across a list of thousands of articles & blogs. If you go through 3 or 4 of them, you will see a general definition coming out like this-

Self-esteem refers to how we generally feel about ourselves: how much we like or love ourselves, and the overall image we have about who we are — positive or negative.

On the other hand, Self-confidence relates to how we feel about our abilities and how capable we see ourselves of doing certain things or handling different situations.

Broadifying the above two definitions, what result you get after you compare yourself to any person you know or come across builds your self-esteem. If you always find yourself at a stage higher than others, then most probably you are at a good self-esteem level. However, if you always end up giving yourself a little lower rating than your colleagues, friends or relatives, the situation needs to be considered.

Self- confidence, on the other hand, comes from your within, whenever you are challenged to do something. Think of the times when your boss assigned you a project and you accepted it with no fear or when you gave a presentation before all your colleagues & friends, that reflects your confidence!

There is a thin line of difference between self- esteem & self- confidence. When you think you can do something, that defines your confidence but when you know you can do the work better than others & still ready to accept all kinds of feedback, it’s your self- esteem.

Here’s my video to help you gain your confidence in any opportunity. Watch it now & don’t miss out this one must-follow tip.

Keep in mind that if you think only you can do it, that’s neither self-confidence nor self-esteem but your over-confidence.

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