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Building Self-Confidence: Believing in Yourself from Elevatus Training

" 4 Steps to Unlock Confidence" is a passage and guided activity from Elevatus Training's newsletter, designed to help individuals reflect on their strengths and develop a more positive self-image. The passage shows that self-confidence is very important for having good relationships. It explains that self-confidence means believing in yourself and your abilities, while self-esteem is about feeling good about who you are. When people feel confident, they are more likely to speak up, set boundaries, and choose relationships that are safe and supportive. This makes it clear that confidence is a key part of building strong friendships and romantic connections.

The passage also talks about the challenges that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities may face, like negative messages from society and internalized ableism, which can make it harder to feel confident. It encourages readers to see that confidence can grow over time with practice, reflection, and support.

The “Building My Self-Confidence Worksheet” is an accompanying worksheet that helps individuals, especially youth and young adults, reflect on their strengths, achievements, and challenges while promoting positive self-talk and goal-setting. You can download it here: 

https://elevatustraining.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=80766bdd8c5620d45566d1f58&id=bff4f96648&e=e6c3cb6013  






What are your thoughts on the passage? What about the worksheet? Share your thoughts, ideas, and experiences in the comments below!

 The SPAN Youth Chat

On April 1st, from 4:15 to 5:00 PM, join Jeremy Hayer and the Youth Engagement Team for a collaboration between the NOPE program and SPAN. Grounded in the mission of the NOPE (Narcotics Overdose Prevention & Education) program, this Youth Chat uses interactive discussions and real-world insights to explore the impact of substance use on individuals, families, and communities. Jeremy Hayer and the Youth Engagement Team for a presentation about self-advocacy. More details are soon to come.




 Partners in Education Transition Mini-Conference | Building a Future of Possibilities 

FREE conference for youth and their parents/caregivers! Learn about the transition to adult life, adult services, and self-advocacy. Join us in person to discover strategies and resources from SPAN. A variety of exhibitors will provide helpful information. Important: Parents and caregivers (who can attend separate tracks) must accompany their youth. SPAN does not provide individual support, but youth may attend with their support person. No youth/young adults can be left unattended at any time. 

Questions? Contact Nicole Pratt at npratt@spanadvocacy.org



Resources...

Link to SPAN's website: www.spanadvocacy.org
Link to SPAN's Youth in the Know Resource Page: Youth in the Know
We're here for you! Call SPAN if you need assistance: 1-800-654-7726.

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