Do people feel more confident when someone believes in them?
People sometimes borrow courage before they build it.
Yes. Supportive relationships can increase confidence because people often rely on social reassurance.
You hesitate.\n\nSomeone says, 'You can do it.'\n\nSuddenly the task feels lighter.\n\nThe hidden mechanism is borrowed confidence.\n\nHumans are social learners.\n\nBelief spreads.\n\nConfidence becomes contagious.\n\nPeople think courage is built alone.\n\nVery often, it is borrowed first.
