I have already stated my interest in joining The Confidence Project initiated by @thegaillery and @jsmalila around 2 months ago. I am firm that the whole concept is wonderful which is why I decided to make this post. #### What is The Confidence Project? Basically, the whole idea of The Confidence Project is to deconstruct how we view confidence. We used to believe that confidence is innate, that a person could either have high or low confidence because he was born with it. This is entirely wrong and the proponents of the project say otherwise. In fact, it is proven that confidence can be developed and enhanced by following certain steps. ![DQmcZAQmZQguGmJQjcaM4ENzaL84uYUYMad2aa8XXv7JVRi.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmcZAQmZQguGmJQjcaM4ENzaL84uYUYMad2aa8XXv7JVRi/DQmcZAQmZQguGmJQjcaM4ENzaL84uYUYMad2aa8XXv7JVRi.jpg) These steps are broken down into takeaways which will allow the users to have a full grasp of a specific area. The previous takeaway was about identifying an area of focus. This month will be about establishing a motivation to achieve your areas of focus. You can read more about the #confidenceproject here: * [The Confidence Project](https://steemit.com/writing/@thegaillery/the-confidence-project) * [The Confidence Project Takeaway 1: Identify Your Areas of Focus ](https://steemit.com/projectconfidence/@thegaillery/the-confidence-project-takeaway-1-identify-your-areas-of-focus) * [The Confidence Project Takeaway 2: Establish Your Motivation](https://steemit.com/confidenceproject/@jsmalila/the-confidence-project-takeaway-2-establish-your-motivation) I have already submitted an entry 2 months ago for the first takeaway. However, looking at my entry, it was kind of bland and shallow which is why I would love to recast it. I won't even bother to leave a link of my previous post to avoid embarrassing myself. ![gothique page break.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmeZw72c5XofyXCe91tKxHDRMu6f51rn4SvjpGpqqNFfAs/gothique%20page%20break.png) ### My Area of Focus _________________ ![DQmPLNeyiR94F5GDF9pr9rde91nm8h1xGiiVBwbhgiLtzkm.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmPLNeyiR94F5GDF9pr9rde91nm8h1xGiiVBwbhgiLtzkm/DQmPLNeyiR94F5GDF9pr9rde91nm8h1xGiiVBwbhgiLtzkm.png) It has been 3 months since I joined Steemit. I have to say that the platform has already been a part of my habit. With that being said, my area of focus shall be directed towards my improvement in the platform as well. **I want to be full-pledged quality content creator and reputable user in Steemit** Basically, I want to grow in Steemit and achieve so much here. I decided to use this as my goal since I am well-aware that I will be here for the long run. I have already established my roots here in the community and I wouldn't want to go AWOL anytime soon. It sound really intimidating, which makes it all the more reason for me to persevere. "If your dreams don't scare you then you are not dreaming big enough", I always say. ![gothique page break.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmeZw72c5XofyXCe91tKxHDRMu6f51rn4SvjpGpqqNFfAs/gothique%20page%20break.png) ### Activities to Help Me Build on My Goal _______________ **1. Proofreading my Posts** I don't really do this quite often since I always make time as an excuse. "I have so little time. This is good enough". It's not really a big deal but I believe that it comes off as a habit. A good friend, @ybanezkim26, has been really keen on my posts and always notice mistakes lol. Since I am aware of my tendency to do so, I would like to use this opportunity to leverage on this particular area. ![pexels-photo-247899.jpeg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmeYwfZU6jUDkggnbYfTKdZKPwChfu3P5DW32g2cB9Mpju/pexels-photo-247899.jpeg) To do this I can use a grammar and spelling checker to make sure or at least lessen my typos. This could also mean using images which are properly sourced to avoid plagiarism. **2. Engaging more in the Community** A well known witness @surpassinggoogle always says, "Everyone has something to offer". I completely agree with him! The whole platform is rigged in meritocracy where people who contribute more and add value to the platform are given higher regard. I believe that as a health care professional and an art enthusiast, I have the social responsibility to use my knowledge and passion to help others. By sharing my thoughts in the platform and in communities such as @air-clinic, @thealliance and @steemph.cebu (which I will never get tired of supporting), maybe I can add more value to the platform. ![pexels-photo-209728.jpeg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmcoGBcpx7shCcLCiizdPUstpEBNL1MMRNu3wetMRQ3Yxv/pexels-photo-209728.jpeg) To keep track of this, I will make it a habit to visit Discord Groups and chat boxes to scout content that I find interest in and pour out what I have to say. You never know when a simple comment could create such a big impact on someone else's life. **3. Taking Breaks** There exists a delicate balance in almost anything we do. With Steemit being a part of my routine already, I want to make sure that I maintain a balance between the tangible world and the virtual world. It would be totally unhealthy for me not to mind my friends and family offline. I have to make it a habit to spend time off from the communities in Steemit to make way for my personal growth. This will also help me in the long run since I can have more things to write about. ![pexels-photo-440581.jpeg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmdUm3LfxKgNQDngFTisARiQEW9EVPVLsDD8ckUaK8kh3G/pexels-photo-440581.jpeg) I can do this by scheduling my posts and interactions. I shouldn't feel the need to post everyday when I have things to attend to at home or in the real world. I have also made a schedule of my daily activities and when I should be online or not. ![gothique page break.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmeZw72c5XofyXCe91tKxHDRMu6f51rn4SvjpGpqqNFfAs/gothique%20page%20break.png) *I can sense that my post is already long enough. I wouldn't want to bore anyone with my write up which is why I will stop here. I will be making a separate entry for my 2nd takeaway soon. If you like this initiative, do consider making your own post to support the #confidenceproject. I'm sure it will help you make substantial changes for you.* _{All photos are released under CC0 Creative Commons, free public domain and commercial use unless stated other wise} _{Image sources: [1](https://steemit.com/writing/@thegaillery/the-confidence-project)[2](https://steemit.com/projectconfidence/@thegaillery/the-confidence-project-takeaway-1-identify-your-areas-of-focus)[3](https://www.pexels.com/photo/silhouette-of-man-247899/)[4](https://www.pexels.com/photo/focus-photo-of-4-wooden-pawn-figurine-209728/)[5](https://www.pexels.com/photo/adult-black-and-white-break-chairs-440581/)} __________________ ![JOSEJIRAFA Banner.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmXgWTnBFdS8gZxyiftamryGZz4hfJ1n8up2Hi3arRV8Gx/JOSEJIRAFA%20Banner.png)_{@steemph.cebu | @steemiteducation | @air-clinic | @thealliance | @steemph}