Looking to boost your self-confidence and self-esteem? Self-assured people are more likely to take risks, seize opportunities, and overcome challenges. However, building self-confidence is not always easy and may require some effort.

This episode together with Jerry Scarlato, a self-confidence and self-esteem expert, discusses the importance of building self-worth and overcoming self-sabotage. Jerry shares his personal journey of reinventing his identity after closing down his business and going through a divorce. They explore the power of embracing discomfort, allowing oneself to feel emotions and redefining success. 

Discover how facing challenges head-on can lead to increased self-confidence and a stronger sense of self. Don't miss this inspiring conversation, Athletes!

"The big block that keeps anyone from achieving any goal is confidence, self-worth, and belief in self." - Jerry Scarlato

Topics Covered:

01:20 - Sherry expresses how inspiring Jerry's journey of reinventing his identity is.

02:22 - Jerry explains his focus on self-confidence, self-esteem, and self-respect.

03:46 - Sherry and Jerry discuss how self-confidence can be lacking even in individuals who appear confident externally.

05:14 - Jerry talks about self-sabotage and the importance of self-belief in achieving goals.

06:55 - Sherry emphasizes the significance of taking responsibility for one's actions and self-reflection.

07:51 - Jerry reflects on the roadblocks he created for himself in his business and the importance of self-awareness.

09:03 - Sherry challenges the notion of blaming external circumstances and highlights the importance of self-confidence.

16:07 - Focusing on daily actions and processes helps achieve long-term goals

Overcoming divorce and business closure requires resilience and mindset shift

21:52 - Jerry Scarlato discusses how people tend to focus on things they can't control during challenging times.

23:15 - Jerry Scarlato explains how he increased physical activity as a way to gain control and find clarity during difficult times.

28:40 - Jerry Scarlato talks about the emotional impact of closing his gym and the self-reflection it led to regarding his need for acceptance.

32:55 - Suppressing emotions leads to the need for coping mechanisms.

39:21 - Pushing oneself outside of the comfort zone to build resilience.

40:12 - Overcoming challenges leads to self-confidence.

43:01 - Jerry Scarlato's message needs to be shared with the world.

46:25 - Sherry expresses gratitude and plans to connect again in the future.

Key Takeaways: 

• Impact of blaming external circumstances on self-esteem and self-respect.
• Importance of reflecting on our internal environment and examining our beliefs
• Why is it required to switch to more empowering thoughts and self-acceptance
• Importance of focusing on the things you can control and how it help us navigate through tough times
• The relationship between suffering and self-confidence

Connect with Jerry Scarlato:

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Connect with Sherry Shaban:

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If you’re struggling with self-sabotaging behavior and other non-serving habits that have been keeping you from hitting your health goals, I'd like to invite you to join me in Transformation in Paradise: Metamorphosis Greece this October 12–19, 2024, in Lefkada.

Visit www.sherryshaban.com/retreats for more details. If this sounds like something you’d like to learn more about, email me at [email protected] and let's get in touch to go over all the details and answer your questions to determine if this retreat is the right fit for you.

Keep it up, Athletes!

Sherry