FROM FOGGY TO FOCUSED: The Real Secret to Building Unshakeable Confidence
- Valarie Harris
- Jul 24
- 4 min read
What if I told you that the only thing standing between you and your breakthrough isn't fear—it's fog? Not the weather kind, but the mental fog that clouds your vision and keeps you second-guessing every move. After years of helping women step into their purpose, I've discovered that most of us have been approaching confidence completely backward.
The Confidence Myth That Keeps Us Stuck
Here's the lie we've all been sold: "You need to feel confident before you can begin."
I believed this myth for years, and maybe you do too. We sit on our dreams, waiting for that magical moment when confidence will descend from heaven and give us permission to move. But here's what I've learned through my own journey and through working with countless women: waiting for confidence before you begin is like waiting for muscles before you go to the gym.
You don't get muscles from thinking about working out. You build them through movement, repetition, and showing up even when you don't feel ready.
The 3C Framework That Changes Everything
After struggling with confidence issues myself, I developed a systematic approach that has transformed not just my life, but the lives of women in my programs. I call it the 3C Framework:
1. Clarity (The Foundation)
This is where everything begins—knowing who you are, what you're here to do, and why it matters. Most of us skip this step and wonder why we feel lost. But think about it: you wouldn't feel confident driving to an unfamiliar destination without putting the address in your GPS first. Your brain needs a clear destination before your heart feels secure enough to move forward.
2. Confidence (The Byproduct)
Here's the revelation: confidence isn't the starting point—it's the result. When you get crystal clear on your purpose and start taking action aligned with that clarity, confidence naturally grows. It's built through repeated action, not positive thinking or affirmations alone.
3. Courage (The Action Step)
This is about taking bold steps even when you feel scared. And let's be honest—we all feel scared when we're stepping outside our comfort zone. But courage isn't the absence of fear; it's movement in spite of fear.
The GPS Principle in Action
Let me share a story that illustrates this perfectly. I recently worked with a young woman named Rochelle who joined my six-week mini-course feeling completely overwhelmed. She came to me saying, "Dr. Val, I've got dreams, but I'm not a leader. I don't think I can show up boldly."
What Rochelle didn't realize was that she wasn't lacking boldness—she was lacking clarity. We worked together on defining her purpose, identifying her unique voice, and understanding exactly who she was meant to serve. By week four, she was leading her first workshop with women in her community. By the end of the course, she had launched a comprehensive plan and was mentoring others with the same tools that once kept her stuck.
Her breakthrough moment? "I thought I needed confidence," she told me. "What I really needed was clarity."
Three Questions That Change Everything
If you're wondering where to start, begin with these three clarity questions:
Who am I here to serve? Not everyone is your audience, and that's perfectly okay.
What breaks my heart or lights me up? Pay attention to that burning sensation inside you—it's pointing toward your purpose.
Why does this matter? Understanding your "why" gives you the fuel to keep going when things get difficult.
When you can answer these questions clearly, you're already closer to your breakthrough than you realize.
The Permission You Don't Need
Here's something else I want you to understand: you don't need permission to lead. You don't need to be perfect to move. Nobody is perfect—nobody except God. You grow as you go, and you learn by doing.
Every time I go live on social media, I'm building confidence through action. It's not easy—you have to prepare, hope someone will listen, and trust that your message will help someone step out of their comfort zone. But that's exactly how confidence is built: through movement, not meditation.
Your Fog-to-Focus Journey Starts Now
The beautiful truth is that you were never created to stay stuck in uncertainty. You were created to lead, to impact others, and to rise. But you can't lead well if you're unclear about where you're going.
That mental fog you've been experiencing? It's not permanent. It's simply a signal that it's time to get clear on what matters most. Because when you're clear on what matters most, you become unstoppable.
Remember, God has not given us a spirit of fear. He's given us a spirit of power, love, and of a sound mind. You're not walking this journey alone—you have divine support and a community of people ready to help you move from foggy to focused.
The question isn't whether you have what it takes. You absolutely do. The question is: are you ready to clear the fog and step into the clarity that will unlock the confidence you've been praying for?
Your breakthrough is waiting on the other side of clarity. Don't delay any longer—someone is waiting for what you have to offer.
Ready to begin your journey from confusion to confidence?
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