Taking tests is one of the most prominent instances in which confidence is the key to success. I recently received an "A" on an important test in my geology class. The reason I performed well on the exam is because of the confidence I had in my knowledge of the test material. I prepared well for the test; therefore, I entered the classroom with the expectation of scoring high. In contrast, while studying for many previous tests, I continuously told myself the material was too hard, and I would never learn all of it. Although I had studied a great deal and probably retained much of the material, my mind was focused on certain failure; c

onsequently, I flunked the tests miserably.

Speaking publicly is another circumstance in which confidence is mandatory for success. Last year I was presented the "Star Student Award" from my high school. The Kiwanis Club had planned on giving a scholarship to the star student of that year; however, in order to receive the scholarship, this student was required to present a speech before the club that explained why he or she deserved it. I was frightened because I had never spoke in front of an audience this large before. I prepared my presentation, but my confidence level was still very low. I was glad to have a podium to hide behind; my knees were shaking with nervousness. As I stepped up on stage and faced the audience, I recognized many familiar people and noticed that most of them seemed to be smiling at me. At that moment I realized that it was not going to be the end of the world if the speech did not come off pe

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