#203: Want to Feel Better Leading? Self-Acceptance Is a Good Start

<p>I sometimes work with leaders who pretty much need a complete confidence rebuild because of their experiences in crappy workplaces. </p> <p>Damaged confidence can take years to recover (if it does at all), so we need to be able to guard against this problem.</p> <p>Over time, I’ve come to realise that self-acceptance is a big piece of the puzzle, and I think it plays a foundational role in our leadership. </p> <p>In this episode, I take a look at why it matters, and some ways to help you find it. </p> <h3 class="fusion-responsive-typography-calculated" data-fontsize= "22" data-lineheight="33px">Like the Show? Please Leave a Review! ✅</h3> <p>If you like this episode or the show in general, please take a few minutes to leave a review by clicking one of the links below.</p> <p>Your review really helps me to reach a wider audience of thoughtful leaders, so we can improve workplaces around the world. I appreciate you taking the time! 🙏</p> <p><strong>>>> <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thoughtful-leader-podcast/id1452121137?mt=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here to leave a review on Apple Podcasts.</a></strong></p> <p><strong>>>> <a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/1o48tkT4b5h4tj1Y1oqGz7" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Click here to leave a rating on Spotify</a>.</strong></p> <p><strong>Show Links: </strong></p> <ul> <li>Article: <a href= "https://www.thoughtfulleader.com/self-acceptance-leadership/">Why Self Acceptance is a Foundation for Good Leadership</a>.</li> <li>Article: <a href= "https://www.thoughtfulleader.com/build-self-esteem/">Why Leaders Need to Build Self Esteem</a>.</li> <li>Podcast: <a href= "https://www.thoughtfulleader.com/podcast/164/">Thoughtful Leader Podcast #164: Don’t Let Blind Spots Derail Your Leadership.</a></li> <li>Article: <a href= "https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/self-talk" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Self-talk: What is it and why is it important – Healthdirect.</a></li> <li>Article: <a href= "https://www.thoughtfulleader.com/improve-your-leader