Bold Journey Magazine interviews Rebecca Rosenberg, novelist, about how to develop confidence.
Rebecca, we’re so excited for our community to get to know you and learn from your journey and the wisdom you’ve acquired over time. Let’s kick things off with a discussion on self-confidence and self-esteem. How did you develop yours?
You know, building confidence as a novelist is an interesting journey. It’s really about learning to trust yourself, especially when you’re constantly putting your work out there. And for authors, that’s more than just writing—it’s interviews, promotions, and getting your book noticed.
I’ve definitely had my share of… learning experiences. You know, interviews that didn’t quite flow, promotions that didn’t take off, and media pitches that seemed to vanish into thin air. But instead of letting those moments define me, I ask myself, ‘Okay, what can I learn from this?’ Maybe I needed to prepare a bit differently for that interview, or maybe that promotion didn’t resonate with the right audience.
And honestly, I focus a lot on the wins. That interview where I felt a real connection, that promotion that sparked genuine excitement, or that email from a reader who really connected with my story—those moments are huge. I analyze what worked, what resonated, and I try to build on that.
I’ve learned that confidence comes from being authentic. It’s about finding your own voice and trusting it. And honestly, writing a book is like walking the plank into a dark and wild ocean. You have a story to tell, but with each step, you wonder, am I telling it right? Am I telling too much or too little? Is it too bold, is it too meek? And then, when you reach the end, you know you need to take the plunge and see what happens. It’s that moment of vulnerability, of letting go, that builds real confidence.