The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset

You can find more from Gary here:https://www.thechurchplantingpathway.com/ You can find Gary's book here:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dying-Dangerous-Radical-Churches-Reignite-ebook/dp/B0G7M4CK24/ref=sr_1_1What if the way out of rigid, dying patterns isn’t performing harder, but connecting deeper and listening better? In this thought-provoking episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Gary Smith, Church Planting Director with Alliance New England, Senior Master Trainer with Dynamic Church Planting International, and author of “From Dying to Dangerous,” to explore how the power of connection and listening helps people overcome the fear of failure, drop the pressure to perform, and step into bold, authentic purpose.Drawing on 37 years of global leadership experience, Gary equips individuals and leaders to break free from the habits and expectations that keep them stuck, safe, and small. He shares why real influence starts with truly listening to people, how genuine connection builds thriving communities, and why confidence grows when you stop performing and start being yourself. This conversation is about finding your voice, being seen for who you really are, and creating spaces where others can do the same.

Is the festive season making your heartbreak feel louder? Between the Christmas songs, the family questions, and the pressure to start the new year feeling “fresh,” it can feel like everyone else is celebrating while you’re quietly falling apart. In this honest solo episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, I’m breaking down how to deal with heartbreak over Christmas and New Year, and why seeing it as a life test rather than a life sentence can change how you move through it.When you’re hurting, it’s easy to go quiet, withdraw, shrink yourself, and tell yourself you’re not enough. This episode will help you understand why heartbreak can trigger old visibility wounds, how to protect your self-esteem when the season feels heavy, and how to use this moment to rebuild self-trust and confidence rather than losing them.

You can find more from Miriam here:https://reset.withmiriam.com/What do you do when a life of prestige and privilege still can’t protect you from loss, and the system you trusted fails the people you love? In this heartfelt episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Miriam Putnam, Certified Wellness Coach with twenty-five years of holistic mental health advocacy, to explore how she turned personal loss into a mission to find, and share, truly effective ways to heal body, mind, and soul.Miriam comes from a lineage of pioneers. Her family founded Crayola Crayons and Putnam Publishing, and her great step-grandmother was Amelia Earhart. But after losing her mother to mental health treatments and the system around them, she began to question the status quo and realised from a young age that wealth does not guarantee happiness. Today she leads de-stress programs that help people feel revived and release stress in a lasting way, while completing a Masters in Public Health and writing a book on her journey, due to be published in Fall 2026. This conversation is about courage, voice, and refusing to stay silent when something isn’t working.

You can find Nicole's book here:https://nicoleevansauthor.comhttps://www.amazon.com/MY-LIFE-STAGE-Language-THEATER/dp/B0HFC6GRF8/ref=sr_1_5What really happens behind the curtain, and what can the world of live theatre teach us about stepping into the spotlight with confidence? In this entertaining episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Nicole Evans, author of “My Life as a Stage: Living the Language of Theatre,” to explore the secrets, language, people, and traditions that bring every performance to life, and what they reveal about finding your voice and being seen.Told entirely through the rhythm and imagination of poetry, Nicole’s book takes readers behind the scenes of the performing arts, from the moment the curtain rises to the final bow. She shares the fascinating terminology and hidden magic that make theatre possible, and the creative courage it takes to step on stage, share your work, and let an audience see you. This conversation is about creativity, expression, and why every one of us has a story worth bringing into the light.

Do you feel uncomfortable when you’re alone with your own thoughts? Do you reach for noise, approval, or other people’s opinions just to feel okay? In this honest solo episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, I’m breaking down how to be okay alone, the difference between loneliness and solitude, and why self-reliance is one of the most overlooked foundations of real confidence and self-trust.If you’ve ever stayed quiet, held back your message, or shaped yourself around other people because being on your own felt unsafe, this episode will help you see how a fear of being alone can quietly become a visibility wound. You’ll learn how to build a relationship with yourself that doesn’t depend on anyone else’s approval, so you can speak up, be seen, and make the impact you’re capable of.

You can experience FLFE for a free right right HERE (no credit card needed for the free trial): https://www.flfe.net/Today I replay a confidence classic on raising consciousness: What if the consciousness level of your home or workspace directly impacts your self-esteem, confidence, and personal growth? In this mind-expanding episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Jeffrey Stegman and Clayten Stedmann, pioneers in consciousness technology and co-founders of Focused Life-Force Energy (FLFE)—a breakthrough approach to activating high-consciousness fields in homes and businesses worldwide.Blending engineering, consciousness kinesiology, and decades of research on human development psychology, Jeffrey and Clayten reveal how your environment's energetic frequency directly affects your resilience, emotional wellbeing, and personal evolution. Their mission is revolutionary: raise consciousness at scale. If you're interested in energy healing, consciousness expansion, optimizing your environment, or understanding how subtle fields influence your confidence and growth, this conversation will open new possibilities.

You can find more from Sam here:Website: https://soulpurposeleaders.com/Resonance OS: https://resonanceos.io/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samkukathas/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/soulpurposeleaders/What if the key to feeling confident, calm, and fully expressed isn’t more thinking, but learning to tune your nervous system through sound? In this fascinating episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Sam Kukathas, creator of Neuro-Resonance Optimisation, founder of Soul Purpose Leaders and Resonance OS, and a former academic philosopher, to explore how sound, frequency, and voice can help you release what’s been holding you back and show up as your whole self.Sam spent 20 years as an academic philosophy before moving into energy work, breathwork, and sound. Today he uses his own voice to produce specific tones and frequencies in live sessions, helping people shift out of stress and self-doubt and into clarity, presence, and purpose. He is also joining the cast of the documentary The New Woo alongside Sadhguru, Michael Beckwith, and Marisa Peer. This conversation bridges rigorous philosophical thinking with embodied, experiential practice, and asks what it really means to find your voice, literally and figuratively.

You can find Ethelene's book here:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G67CN3K7What does it take to defy cultural expectations, redefine your identity, and find the confidence to choose your own path? In this inspiring episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Ethelene Bhagandai Moore, author of the autobiographical memoir “Becoming Ethelene,” to explore her journey from Trinidad to England and eventually America, and the courage it took to live life on her own terms.Ethelene shares her story of navigating identity, independence, and love while pushing against traditional norms, pursuing her education, and finding a transformative love with Leigh Moore. Through heart-wrenching loss and resilience, she emerged as a symbol of empowerment, embracing her multifaceted identity and proving that true freedom lies in the courage to choose your own path. This conversation is about finding your voice, owning your story, and refusing to shrink to fit someone else’s expectations.

You can preorder Shannon's book here:https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Nourish-Your-Inner-Light/Shannon-Kaiser/9798902680383You can find Shannon's website here:https://www.playwiththeworld.com/What if real confidence doesn’t come from fixing yourself, but from learning to love, nourish, and trust who you already are? In this uplifting episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Shannon Kaiser, world-renowned spiritual and self-love teacher, speaker, and empowerment coach, to explore how self-love, self-worth, and daily wellness rituals create the foundation for a confident, fulfilled life.Shannon is the bestselling author of seven books on the psychology of happiness and fulfillment, including “The Self-Love Experiment,” which was named number one of the “20 Self-Love Books That Will Lift You Up” by O, The Oprah Magazine. Her new book, “Nourish Your Inner Light: Adaptogenic Recipes and Wellness Rituals to Soothe Stress and Support Your Whole Self,” shows how caring for your body, mind, and spirit helps you stop hiding, soften self-criticism, and show up as your whole self.

You can find more from Mike here:A non-profit I am building to help Marines transition from the service to civilian life⁠https://www.marinesnextchapter.org/⁠Today I play a confidence classic with Mike:What does it take to go from leading Marines in combat to building humanoid robots for the Department of Defense—and what does that journey teach about confidence, leadership, and unshakeable self-worth? In this powerful episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Mike LeBlanc, Marine Corps major, entrepreneur, Harvard Business School graduate, and founder of Foundation Future Industries, to explore his remarkable transition from 14 years in the Marines to creating robotics companies and pathways for veterans into startup and technology careers.Mike shares leadership lessons from the Marine Corps, how military discipline builds authentic confidence and self-esteem, the challenges of transitioning from service to entrepreneurship, and what it takes to build cutting-edge technology—including humanoid robots for the United States Department of War and industrial applications. His story reveals how purpose-driven leadership, resilience, and veteran mindset create unshakeable confidence in business and life.