Ethan Nichtern is a renowned contemporary Buddhist
teacher and the author of The Dharma of “The Princess Bride” and
the widely acclaimed The Road Home. Ethan teaches meditation and
Buddhist psychology classes and retreats online via Dharma Moon and
around the US. He lives in Brooklyn with his daughter.
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“Real confidence, true confidence, comes not from a false front or
a fleeting achievement; it goes way deeper than that. And Ethan
Nichtern, a deft and experienced teacher, will take you there. I
wish I’d had this book when I was much younger. It would’ve
prevented me from all manner of suffering and embarrassment.”
— Dan Harris, author of 10% Happier
“Confidence. We post it, we lack it, we want it, we seek it, we
hoard it, we lord it, we try to buy it and, I hope, offer it to
others. It’s a simple word with complex origins and imprints and
expectations, and we all need help with it. I’m so glad that Ethan
Nichtern is offering this practical access point to
confidence!”
— Jamie Lee Curtis
“Ethan Nichtern guides readers to a resilient inner balance while
dealing with the challenges of life, and each page sings with his
kind and soulful voice. With skill and grace, he brings together
Buddhist wisdom, clear seeing of injustice, heart-touching
examples, and practical suggestions in this timely and very useful
book. It’s a pleasure to read, and the benefits will ripple through
your life and onward, outward to the world.”
— Rick Hanson, PhD, author of Buddha’s Brain: The Practical
Neuroscience of Happiness, Love, and Wisdom
“This book is a masterclass in marrying vulnerability with
badassery, showing us that true confidence is about leaning into
our authentic selves and owning our stories, sassy quirks and all.
As Ethan Nichtern shows, real confidence comes from knowing
ourselves fully — shadows, light, and all. A must-read for anyone
ready to live boldly and unapologetically.”
— Sah D’Simone, bestselling author of Spiritually, We
“In a world where it’s easy for self-doubt to cloud our vision,
Ethan Nichtern shares his profound insight and practical wisdom to
illuminate the importance of cultivating confidence to navigate
life’s complexities. Like everything Ethan teaches and writes,
Confidence provides clarity and overflows with compassion, making
it an essential read for anyone seeking self-discovery by
unearthing and unleashing their inner strength.”
— Shannon Watts, author and founder of Moms Demand Action
“In such wild times as these, this book offers us brave good
medicine.”
— Jack Kornfield, author of A Path with Heart
“Confidence is a compelling call to claim our rightful place in
this life. Ethan Nichtern’s clarity and compassion, paired with his
humor and humility, open the heart to welcome the eight worldly
winds of life in a manner that is possible for us all.”
— Sharon Salzberg, author of Lovingkindness and Real Life
“Ethan Nichtern can turn a phrase! Confidence is brilliant, highly
honest, very down-to-earth, and helpful to anyone who intends to
live meaningfully the privilege of being human, always striving to
be more so. I love Ethan’s transcendent nontranscendence and
strongly recommend you bring this beautiful and inspiring book into
your life!”
— Robert Thurman, Jey Tsong Khapa Professor Emeritus of
Indo-Tibetan Buddhist Studies, Department of Religion, Columbia
University, and author of Wisdom Is Bliss
“Ethan Nichtern’s Confidence embarks on a profound exploration of
self-assurance, challenging traditional notions with a refreshing
blend of personal narrative, Buddhist philosophy, and actionable
advice. Ethan masterfully dissects the nuances of confidence beyond
superficiality, guiding readers toward a deeper understanding
rooted in mindfulness and self-compassion. His approach is both
relatable and insightful, making complex concepts accessible to
all. The book stands as a beacon for those navigating the
intricacies of self-trust and self-worth, offering a path to
genuine confidence through introspection and mindful practice.
Confidence is a must-read for anyone seeking to embrace their
vulnerabilities and cultivate a life of presence, empathy, and
resilience. Ethan is a master teacher.”
— Shelly Tygielski, activist, founder of Pandemic of Love, author
of Sit Down to Rise Up, and coauthor of How We Ended Racism
“A generous, inspiring, and illuminating book that reveals the
meditative path as a way not of escaping reality but of plunging
more wholeheartedly into it, with all its imperfections, anxieties,
flawed teachers, injustices demanding our attention, and everything
else. Confidence is a clarifying and empowering field guide to the
world in which we actually find ourselves.”
— Oliver Burkeman, author of Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management
for Mortals
“During this time of vast uncertainty and divisiveness, where can
we find genuine confidence in ourselves, each other, and the world?
With his trademark sharpness and kindness, Ethan Nichtern’s new
work teaches us that we can trust in the unchanging brilliance of
our true nature and, in so doing, support others to do the same.
Confidence, he tells us, is not about stabilizing in a superhuman
place of certainty, but about holding uncertainty fearlessly.”
— Susan Piver, author of The Four Noble Truths of Love and The
Buddhist Enneagram
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