The Confidence Equation
Three Keys to Unleashing Self-Confidence as an Introvert
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Health Communications
Publishing:26th Mar '26
£12.99
This title is due to be published on 26th March, and will be despatched as soon as possible.
The secret to unshakable confidence isn’t in forcing yourself to be outgoing. It lies in the quiet power of introversion—and in deeply understanding and embracing who you truly are.
In a world that prizes extroversion, millions of introverts are left feeling overlooked and undervalued. The pressure to conform to extroverted ideals can erode their self-esteem, leaving them with a deep sense of inadequacy. As society becomes increasingly fast-paced and hypersocial, the challenge for introverts to find their place and voice has never been more urgent. In The Confidence Equation, Dan Rosenfeld—an acclaimed psychologist, two-time national table tennis champion, and award-winning comedian—dispels the common belief that confidence requires extroversion. Drawing on his personal journey of overcoming cerebral palsy, Dr. Rosenfeld blends poignant personal narratives with innovative psychological insights, offering a new vision where introverts flourish by embracing their authentic selves.
In this refreshing and engaging work, Dr. Rosenfeld shares his transformative blueprint for swapping self-doubt with self-belief. He reveals three vital principles that unleash the true power of introversion: strategic vulnerability, adaptive resilience, and inquisitive self-discovery. Through these principles, introverts can convert perceived weaknesses into hidden strengths, turn setbacks into opportunities for growth, and break free from limiting beliefs to realize their full potential. The Confidence Equation empowers introverts to reclaim their worth by unlocking the quiet strength that’s always been within them.
“A grounded, heartfelt guide to real confidence—practical, inspiring, and refreshingly human.”
—Jessica Baum, LMHC, author of Anxiously Attached and SAFE
“A must-read for anyone who’s ever faced adversity or doubt.”
—Ian Seidenfeld, 2020 Paralympic gold medalist
“With humor, heart, and scientific insight, Rosenfeld offers introverts a powerful framework for cultivating authentic confidence. This book is a gift for anyone who’s ready to overcome self-doubt their own way.”
—A. Janet Tomiyama, professor of psychology, UCLA
“A simple, science-backed recipe for feeling comfortable in your own skin. Rosenfeld knows the science better than anyone, and he’s lived the struggle firsthand. If you want confidence, stop guessing at it—and start using the confidence equation.”
—Kurt Gray, endowed chair and professor of psychology, The Ohio State University
“Dan Rosenfeld has a gift for turning personal experience into broader wisdom. In The Confidence Equation, he excavates the most actionable insights from his own story with remarkable introspection—often vulnerable and always illuminating—and connects them seamlessly to what we might discover in our own lives.”
—Anthony Burrow, professor of psychology, Cornell University
ISBN: 9780757326066
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 210g
224 pages