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Stephen A.
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Why it worked
The video resonated because it offered relatable advice on self-confidence and authenticity, delivered by a well-known personality. The creator's direct question and Smith's thoughtful, principle-based response created a compelling narrative that appealed to a broad audience seeking personal growth.
Summary
Stephen A. Smith discusses the importance of self-confidence and authenticity, advising that true confidence comes from knowing yourself, being comfortable with who you are, and acting with integrity. He emphasizes that while you can't control others' perceptions or actions, focusing on your own principles and work is the most effective way to navigate criticism and build genuine self-assurance.
Structure
- 1Question about caring what others think
- 2Acknowledging care but maintaining principles
- 3The inability to control external perceptions
- 4Advice on self-knowledge and comfort
- 5Confidence derived from integrity and hard work
- 6The power of authenticity in compelling others
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Stephen A.
do you ever care
Stephen A.
do you ever care
what people think about you
of course I do
I just can't allow that to
usurp
my principles
and my approach to what I do
okay
it's not a matter
of not caring
you can't control everything
and so when people are gonna lie
and they're gonna misrepresent
and misconstrue what you say
especially in this day and age
with YouTube
where they do it on purpose
certain battles
you just can't fight
all you can do is
continue to do the work
and let your work
for someone who's
who's maybe shy
and a little bit insecure
and wants to have
kind of fearlessness
like yourself
what is your best advice to that person
well you gotta know
what you're talking about
you gotta know
who you are
and be comfortable
with who you are
Nobody can teach you
in your own skin
you have to learn
to do that yourself
because that's where confidence comes from
when you know you didn't cheat
when you know you put in the work
when you know your knowledgeable
when you know you care
and you know that you're trying to be
as honest
and as morally upstanding
as you can possibly be
that's enough to stand on
that still
doesn't mean
are gonna vibe with you
it doesn't mean
going to change
any kind of thinking
but you have to know
who you are
and you have to be comfortable with that
because that compels people
to ultimately
acquiesce to that
if they feel they can change you
for their own self bidding
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Original caption
Stephen A. Smith gives advice to young adults #mindset #peoplepleaser #youngadult #mindset
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