You Are More Capable Than You Think: How Self-Efficacy Powers Your Wellness Journey

Umashree Kumaresh
Jul 2, 2025
2 min read

Have you ever set a wellness goal—like eating better, moving more, or setting boundaries—only to feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure if you can actually follow through?

You’re not alone. And more importantly: you’re not broken.

What you might be missing isn’t willpower—it’s something deeper and more powerful: self-efficacy.

What Is Self-Efficacy?

Self-efficacy is your belief in your ability to do something successfully. It’s that inner “yes” that says: I can figure this out. I know I can take the next step. Even if I’ve struggled before, I believe I can grow.

In health and wellness coaching, self-efficacy is foundational. Without it, even the best intentions can feel impossible. With it, even small steps can create real, lasting change.

Why Self-Efficacy Matters

When you believe in your ability to change, you:

Feel more motivated and engaged
Bounce back from setbacks more easily
Make more empowered choices
Build momentum through consistent small wins
Stop relying on willpower—and start trusting yourself

This belief doesn’t need to be loud or perfect. Even a quiet, gentle confidence can carry you forward.

How Coaching Builds Self-Efficacy

In my 1:1 coaching sessions, we work together to:

Set realistic, meaningful goals that feel doable
Celebrate even the smallest steps forward
Reframe setbacks as learning, not failure
Tune into your inner wisdom and resilience
Build habits and rituals that reconnect you to your own power

You don’t have to do it all at once. You just have to begin.