Overcome Self-Doubt: 7 Powerful Ways to Unlock Your True Potential

 

Inspired by the Rosabel Unscripted conversation with Albert Bramante—talent agent, psychology professor, hypnosis/NLP expert, and author of Rise Above the Script.

If you want to overcome self-doubt, start with the story you’re telling yourself. In our podcast, Albert Bramante shared how the “scripts” we run—often inherited from family, school, and culture—can either fuel our momentum or sabotage it. Actors feel this intensely, but professionals in medicine, education, sales, and entrepreneurship face the same pressure to perform while hiding private struggles. The good news: those inner scripts are editable. With the seven steps below, you can rewrite them and move from hesitation to action.

1) Recognize the Script to Overcome Self-Doubt

Many creatives carry a silent belief: “I must suffer to succeed.” Others repeat lines like “I’m broke,” “I’m struggling,” or “No one will care.” Your nervous system tracks the language you use and searches for matching evidence. Noticing this loop is the first win. Swap deficit phrases for strength statements: “I’m learning,” “I’m building,” “I’m shipping work weekly.” That shift primes your brain to notice opportunities instead of obstacles.

2) Reframe Your Inner Critic to Overcome Self-Doubt

Albert reminds us the inner critic often echoes micro-traumas: being overlooked, ridiculed, or compared. Don’t silence the critic—coach it. Give it a specific job: risk assessment, not character assassination. Replace “I can’t” with “I can with support,” and “I’m not ready” with “I’ll be ready after one small rep today.” Language upgrades become behavioral upgrades, especially when repeated in writing and aloud.

3) Progress Over Perfect—Perfectionism Masks Doubt

Perfectionism kept Albert’s book in draft mode for years. The breakthrough was simple: draft freely, edit later. Even bestsellers collect one-star reviews, so waiting for flawless is a losing strategy. If you’re launching a site, auditioning, or pitching a client, ship a “version one” within a 90-minute sprint. Then iterate. Momentum compounds confidence faster than immaculate planning.

4) Failure = Feedback: Resilience That Overcomes Self-Doubt

A core theme of Rise Above the Script is reframing failure: it’s data, not identity. “Failing forward” turns missteps into insight that improves your next rep. Ask: What did this teach me about timing, messaging, or audience? That question builds adaptability—the trait high performers rely on when industries shift or competition spikes.

5) Disarm Imposter Syndrome by Doing the Thing

Imposter thoughts whisper, “Who am I to do this?” Healthy humility keeps us learning, but overdone, it stalls action. The antidote is exposure: record the episode, post the article, send the proposal. Working actors win roles by performing the scene—not by persuading casting to like them. Similarly, ship your work and let skill plus consistency create your proof.

6) Curate Your Circle to Overcome Self-Doubt

Your network sets your norms. If peers default to cynicism, you’ll normalize stalling. If they celebrate iteration and share resources, shipping becomes standard. Choose elevating company—mentors, collaborators, and communities that both challenge and cheer you. As Albert puts it, the right tribe rubs off; so does the wrong one.

7) Act Before You Feel Ready—Action Dissolves Doubt

“Ready” is a feeling produced by repetition. Schedule small, consistent reps: one audition a week, one newsletter biweekly, one client outreach daily. Track reps, not perfection. After each, write a three-line debrief: what worked, what to tweak, what to try next. This micro-process converts anxiety into evidence—and evidence is how you sustainably overcome self-doubt.

Final Takeaway: Choose to Overcome Self-Doubt Every Day

We all play roles—on stage, on camera, at the bedside, in the boardroom. The point isn’t to fake it; it’s to be authentic within each role by using language, habits, and communities that support your best work. When you treat failure as feedback, progress as the goal, and action as medicine, you give your future self the gift of momentum. As we said on the show: self-doubt doesn’t have to run the script—you do.

Resources to Help You Overcome Self-Doubt

• Albert Bramante’s site and recordings: AlbertBramante.com
• Evidence and tips on imposter syndrome: American Psychological Association
• Related read: Navigate Anxiety Tips
• Mind–body support: EFT Tapping Benefits

Podcast Credit: Adapted from the Rosabel Unscripted episode featuring Albert Bramante, author of Rise Above the Script. Listen and subscribe on YouTube for more conversations on confidence, creativity, and resilience.

Purpose: 7 Powerful Ways to Discover Your Purpose in Life

 

Every person, at some point, pauses and asks: “What am I really here for?” or “Why do I say yes to one thing and no to another?” The longing for clarity and direction is universal. On a recent episode of the Rosabel Unscripted Podcast, I spoke with Ian Chamandi, Chief Purpose Officer at 7Words.biz and co-founder of PurposeU.ai. Ian believes you can express your life’s **purpose** in seven words or less—and once you do, it becomes a compass for everything you choose to do.

Why Defining Purpose Changes Everything

Most of us describe ourselves by jobs or roles, but those are just expressions of who we are. Ian frames purpose as the one thing at your essence that makes you uniquely remarkable. When you clarify that core, decisions feel aligned; you stop chasing opportunities that drain you and start recognizing the ones that fit your beliefs, wants, and talents.

The 7-Words Framework (from Boardroom to Personal Life)

Ian and his late partner first used their model to help organizations identify their “one thing.” Eventually, the method expanded to individuals through PurposeU. The process is deceptively simple: distill your calling into seven words or less. Ian’s own phrase—transforming confusion into clarity—guides every choice he makes.

Step One: Name What Makes You Remarkable

Begin with honesty. Ask: What is the one quality at my core that makes me different? Because we often compare ourselves to others, this can be tough. Look for patterns: the compliments you receive, the roles you naturally step into, the problems you instinctively solve. These are clues to your north star.

Step Two: Mine Your Wins for Proof

At PurposeU, participants analyze two meaningful accomplishments. From those stories, three themes emerge—beliefs, wants, talents. Think of them as the “atoms” that form your central statement. With Wordsmith, an AI assistant that connects dots you might miss, the hidden thread becomes visible and your seven-word line starts to take shape.

Step Three: Use It as a Compass

Consider your phrase a decision tool. When life presents options—career moves, partnerships, creative projects—don’t ask, “What’s best?” Ask, “Which path aligns with my core?” Alignment brings peace because it matches who you are at the deepest level. Choices that once felt murky become obvious.

Step Four: See What Clarity Can Unlock

Ian shared the Invictus Games example. Initially seen as a simple track meet for injured veterans, its aim was reframed as transforming empathy into action. That clarity raised $50 million, drew global artists, and reshaped how communities support veterans. Clear purpose attracts momentum, resources, and partners.

Step Five: Embrace a Nonlinear Path

Many fear that choosing a single line will trap them. The opposite is true. Ian has lived five careers, each flowing from the same center—simplifying complexity. Activities may change, but your essence remains. This is great news for multi-passionate people who feel “all over the place.” Your unifying thread keeps it coherent.

Step Six: It Doesn’t Change—It Deepens

Does purpose evolve? Ian says the wording may refine, but the core has been with you since youth. As a teen he loved making complex ideas simple; decades later, the same drive fuels his coaching and strategy work. Look back and you’ll likely see the through-line that’s been guiding you all along.

Step Seven: Aim for More Living, Not Just More Years

Clarity shows up in practical ways. Ian helped a long-term care company anchor around “more living.” By removing burdens like cooking and cleaning, residents could focus on joy and connection. Families heard that phrase and instantly understood the mission. A crisp statement of purpose becomes a promise people can feel.

Why People Struggle (and How to Start)

Most struggle because they don’t know the process. Books and talks inspire, but without steps, the idea stays vague. Structured guidance like PurposeU offers short videos and AI support to move from theory to language you can use. To begin on your own, list two meaningful wins, extract your beliefs/wants/talents, then experiment with a seven-word line.

Put Your Phrase to Work

Once your line feels right, test it against real decisions. Ask: does this collaboration, project, or habit reflect my center? If the answer is no, say no. Protecting alignment is how you build a life you’re proud of. Over time, the people around you will recognize—and rely on—your consistent contribution.

Final Thoughts

Define purpose in clear, simple words and you gain direction, energy, and peace. Your choices make sense. Relationships deepen. Contribution feels authentic. Whether you’re a CEO, caregiver, student, or creator, a seven-word line can become your lifelong compass.

Explore the full conversation with Ian on YouTube, visit 7Words.biz and PurposeU.ai to learn more.