Welcome to the She Talks Confidence Podcast, where Tony explores confidence, self-love, imposter syndrome, and personal growth with women who are finding their voice and creating meaningful change.

In this episode, Tony talks with Shateryn Lampkin, Miss Black Royal International, about overcoming imposter syndrome, building self-confidence, and owning your own story.

At just 22, Shateryn shares how she learned to speak with confidence even while still growing into her own identity. She opens up about being a Black, plus-size woman in pageantry, facing self-doubt, and using her personal experiences to encourage other women and young girls to step into their power.

This conversation also explores the impact of social media on women’s self-esteem, the importance of supportive relationships, the value of mentorship, and why confidence doesn’t mean feeling comfortable every day. Shateryn explains that confidence can mean choosing to do something difficult or frightening, even when you don’t feel fully prepared.

Three Biggest Takeaways

Confidence is action, not perfection.
You don’t have to love yourself every day or feel completely ready. Confidence grows when you choose to do the hard thing while fear is still present.

Your story gives your voice value.
Shateryn's experience with imposter syndrome shows that you don’t need to be a lifelong expert to share a meaningful message. Your lived experience, perspective, and personal growth matter.

Community and mentorship strengthen self-esteem.
Building a supportive circle, helping others, and becoming a safe person for someone else can create confidence on both sides.

Listen for an honest conversation about imposter syndrome, self-love, body confidence, social media and self-esteem, women’s empowerment, pageantry, mentoring, finding your voice, and owning your own story.

You can connect with Shateryn on Instagram:
@missblackroyalintl
@shaylampkin

Visit Tony at:
www.theconfidencedoc.com

Timestamp

00:00 Start

02:00 Impact of social media on self-esteem

03:57 Building confidence through sports

07:52 Building self-confidence through mentoring

10:01 Feeling inadequate in your 20s

14:38 Confidence workshops and clothing drive

18:30 Boosting confidence through pageantry

22:33 Confidence vs. Competence

24:49 Connecting with the Confidence Doc

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