Gratitude: The Foundation of Confidence | Tara Gooch | TEDxMaidMarianWay

Have you ever wondered if it was possible to gain confidence and sustain it for the rest of your life? Perhaps you have experienced adversity, trauma, or failures that led you to question your value or made you believe you were less than or unworthy.

Most of us have faced some level of hardship that has worked to lessen our confidence and made us question our worth. For many of us, this can happen in childhood and if unaddressed, it can impact our success, career, the amount of money we make, our relationships, and how we show up in life.

In a world where self-doubt and insecurities can be overwhelming, confidence has the transformative power to change lives. Drawing from her own life experiences and professional expertise, Tara weaves a narrative that resonates deeply with individuals from all walks of life. Through captivating storytelling, she shares her struggles of overcoming adversity, underscoring the pivotal role that gratitude played in her journey to developing lasting confidence and finding fulfilment.

This talk highlights the benefits of gratitude, which reveals the astonishing impact it has on rewiring the brain and fostering emotional resilience. As a seasoned coach, Tara skilfully breaks down complex concepts into simple actionable steps, equipping the audience with practical tools to infuse gratitude into their daily lives. Using relatable real-life examples, this talk illustrates how practicing gratitude can dissolve self-doubt and instil a sense of purpose in every individual. Tara provides eye-opening insights into the ways gratitude can help us recognize our unique strengths, paving the way for the development of unshakable confidence and success. This talk is a catalyst for positive change and growth, reminding us all that gratitude is the key to unlocking our fullest potential.

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This talk was given at TEDx MaidMarianWay in Nottingham, England using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Tara LaFon Gooch started her consultancy and coaching business during the global pandemic in 2020 and has been serving clients since. She is an international best-selling author of the book, “How To GRASP Confidence & Own Your Power” that has received global recognition and acclaim. In addition, Tara has been featured in Forbes, LA Weekly, Fox News, The Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center, Microsoft MSN, Yahoo! Finance, and more. She works to elevate businesses, brands, and leadership potential through keynote speaking and workshop facilitation, teaching executive leaders and teams how to become the best versions of themselves and develop unstoppable confidence that becomes a differentiating factor and competitive advantage.

Tara’s story is a reminder that no matter what adversities we have faced in life, we can become the confident leaders we were meant to be and through daily work and action, we can inspire the world around us.

Tara believes that confident leadership is the beacon that inspires trust, fuels innovation, and fosters resilience. It’s the catalyst for effective communication, decisive action, and enduring growth within individuals and entire organizations.

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
In a world where self-doubt and insecurities can be overwhelming, confidence has the transformative power to not only change lives but also save them.

Drawing from her own life experiences and professional expertise, Tara weaves a narrative that resonates deeply with individuals from all walks of life. Through captivating storytelling, she shares her personal struggles and triumphs, underscoring the pivotal role that gratitude played in her journey to developing confidence and finding fulfillment.

Tara delves into the science-backed benefits of gratitude, highlighting the latest research and studies, which reveals the astonishing impact it has on rewiring the brain and fostering emotional resilience. As a seasoned coach, she skillfully breaks down complex concepts into simple actionable steps, equipping the audience with practical tools to infuse gratitude into their daily lives. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx