If you're in a position to negotiate with others today, you may be approaching the situation with a competitive or uncompromising mood. This mood can actually stem from feelings of inadequacy. You may be attempting to compensate for your fear of failure by adopting a defensive attitude today. Spending some time alone and turning your gaze inward can help you identify how your insecurities are affecting your ability to make decisions. You may be able to quell your defensive feelings by thinking of past situations in which you were able to make wise choices. Drawing on the feelings you felt during those positive decision-making experiences may give your confidence a boost. Your self-assurance can once again soar today if you focus on your past successes.

Having confidence in your decision-making abilities can help you maintain a relaxed, easygoing state of composure in any situation. When you're confident that your choices are wise ones, you will be able to take pleasure in weighing various options. You won't need to fear making mistakes, because your confidence gives you the ability to see errors as learning opportunities. When making truly confident decisions, you cannot be swayed or unnerved by those who disagree with your choices. Confidence in your choices also gives you the courage to face both naysayers and your own misgivings with a clear head and to make your choice with assurance. When you're confident today, you will be able to let go of your defensiveness and draw strength from self-trust.