Tag: confidence

Building Confidence

by vansadil

Everyone can use a little more confidence. Confidence is “a feeling of self-assurance arising from one’s appreciation of one’s own abilities or qualities,” and “the feeling or belief that one can rely on someone or something; firm trust.” People, including teenagers, should be able to appreciate and trust in their own abilities, strengths, and qualities. … Continue reading Building Confidence

Be Who You Are

by vansadil

I have spent most of this decade with teenagers. As a tutor, coach, admissions counselor, athletic parent, volunteer, and all my other various roles not a day has gone by without me being with teenagers. I have learned a lot over these years about teenagers. My single best piece of advice for getting into college … Continue reading Be Who You Are