March 8th, 2010 
Maria Helm 
It would be wonderful if we could simply walk up to a cosmetic counter and purchase a bottle of self-confidence the way we can buy “revitalizing” or “lifting” creams for our faces. Unfortunately this spiritual elixir, like an expensive perfume, is different on every woman because of individual chemistry.
When I was younger, my self-confidence potion was heavily scented with attitude, optimism and faith; experience, knowledge, and wisdom had to come later. But even today, every new opportunity or challenge requires that I prepare a special batch of moxie for myself. I do this by becoming as thoroughly prepared as possible and by looking the part – wearing an outfit, for example, that exudes self-confidence. Next I say my prayers and ask for the Power to be switched on. Then “it’s showtime.” I act as if I’m self-confident and the world takes me as such.
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Authentic success and worldly success are not mutually exclusive. Granted, it is easier to achieve them one at a time, but pursuing both is not an impossible dream once you realize the important distinctions between the two. We need not choose between them. We must only discern which of the two helps us care for our soul and the souls of those we love, and pursue that one first.
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