Inferiority is undoubtedly the most detestable thing. Many people miss out on opportunities for success due to their inferiority complex, which also becomes a stumbling block that prevents them from shining in a crowd.
So, how can we overcome our inferiority complex?
1. Behavioral Achievements
Efficacy expectations mainly depend on what has happened in the past. Previous successes lead to high efficacy expectations, while previous failures lead to low efficacy expectations. Therefore, participate in more activities and strive to succeed in what you do. Build the belief that you can and will succeed from each success, and boost your confidence to be no less than others.
2. Vicarious Experience
Observing the successes and failures of others can have a similar impact on self-efficacy as your own experiences, though to a lesser extent. So, when you see the outcomes of others' actions, if they fail, think about how you could succeed; if they succeed, think about how you could achieve the same.
3. Verbal Praise
When respected individuals, such as elders, parents, or teachers, strongly believe that you have the ability to succeed in a certain situation, your self-efficacy can improve. Therefore, do more things in front of these respected individuals that will earn their praise. Share your successes with them and let them give you the feeling that you are great. Under such conditions, continuously build up your inner confidence.
4. Emotional Arousal
High levels of arousal can lead to reduced self-efficacy when experiencing anxiety or tension. This means that when you have succeeded before, or when you have observed how others succeeded, or when someone tells you that you can do it, your confidence in doing things will increase, and you will be more capable of succeeding.
5. Learn to Adjust Your Nervousness and Fear
Besides inferiority, another reason for lack of confidence is fear—fear of failure and fear of being laughed at by others. Fear can be overcome. No one is completely confident. Many people become more and more confident because they have overcome their fears many times and have become familiar with such scenarios. Courage is built through repeated practice. To overcome fear, you can tackle it from two aspects: First, the more you fear something and want to retreat, the more you should do it. Go against your fear to overcome the habit of shrinking back. Second, for things that make you anxious and fearful, don't hesitate for too long. The longer you hesitate, the more your fear and worry will amplify. So, grit your teeth, close your eyes, and just do it.
I hope this article can help you. At the same time, you must believe in yourself and trust that you can do it. So, bravely overcome your fears and lack of confidence, and then move forward towards success!
