Quote to start with: “Confidence isn’t something kids are born with—it’s something they build.”
Gen Z is at the center of a growing confidence crisis. In this episode, Dr. Cindra Kamphoff breaks down new findings from the 2025 National Research Study on Confidence and shares what actually helps kids and young adults build real confidence.
What you will learn today from this episode:
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Why nearly half of Gen Z regularly feels “not enough”
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How social media fuels comparison and self-doubt
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Why confidence is a skill—and how to train it
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The 8 science-backed habits elite performers use to build belief
Big takeaway: Confidence doesn’t come with age—it comes from habits.
Power Phrase: “I build confidence one habit at a time—through effort, support, and belief.”