Why Everyone Is Obsessed With "Confidence"?

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Ever wondered why confidence seems to be the ultimate goal everyone is chasing these days? We see a lot of social media influencers posting videos on how to be confident, how to be an alpha male, sigma male, sigma female, and so on, and these videos get tons of engagement. But why are we so fixated on confidence? In this video, we’re diving into why confidence has become such a hot topic and why it’s often seen as the key to success and happiness. In this philosophical deep dive, we explore the roots of our obsession with confidence and what it truly represents. Why is confidence often seen as the key to success and self-worth, and how does it shape our lives and interactions? We’ll delve into the underlying psychological and societal factors that fuel this obsession and question the true value of confidence. Is it a genuine trait we should aspire to, or is it a societal construct that we’ve been conditioned to pursue? Let's find out and discuss. #confidence #selfworth #selfesteem Writer: Dylan Swanepoel Script Editor: Isadora Ho Script Manager: Kelly Soong Voice Over: Gabriel Miles Animator: Naphia YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong References: Theodossiou, I. (1998). The effects of low-pay and unemployment on psychological well-being: a logistic regression approach. Journal of health economics, 17(1), 85-104. Emler, N. (2001). Self-esteem. The costs and causes of low self-worth. Cingel, D. P., Carter, M. C., & Krause, H. V. (2022). Social media and self-esteem.

Published 2024-09-22 · Watch on YouTube ↗
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