Many people that I have been talking to lately and been asking if they are thinking of going to college or at least going back. A lot of them said that they felt like they were not smart enough to do this kind of thing.

This made me think that why are people so discouraged to move forward and try harder. I did some research and the top five things I found were common and reasonable to recognize.

1. Anxiety
2. Being put down by others
3. The job not appreciating his or her work
4. Didn’t do so well in school
5. Cost too much

These are valid points, but I go through this everyday and all I would say for advice to build confidence even in the workforce is take leadership roles. This is meaning volunteering when something needs to be done. Counseling is another option for those who have anxiety and work up the strength to do what you feel like without worrying. The cost for school that is an easy solution where you can go to the school of your choice and ask what are some financial aid options that work for you and what kind of scholarships that you are willing to do.