Mental approach to a significant challenge (specifically a test)

[exhale]

Is it better to have confident humility, where the self-talk is "I have prepared well, and have a good opportunity to pass this exam, but there is a chance I may not pass, and it won't be the end of the world if I don't pass".

Or

Is it better to have brash confidence, where the self-talk is "I have prepared well, and I am going to kill this exam, nothing is going to stop me".

 

[Proactive]

I think it's best to have a certain amount of pressure. In order to get into the zone while doing the test.

So it really depends on how you are feeling. If you are feeling over-confident; place some doubt.

If you are feeling too scared; remind yourself it's not the end of the world.

[Wyatt]

@exhale There's no best way to think. Either you prepared well and will do a good job, or you didn't work hard enough and will not. The amount of confidence you bring before the test or challenge isn't particularly relevant. Although a general sense of confidence, especially when preparing and practicing, can be very powerful! 

[Pallero]

@exhale The one that feels truer to you.