Notes on Confidence: A very large, powerful muddle!

[toc] Confidence is pretence, courage is a combination of thought and action – #akrv Introduction Most of the reading notes are based on psychologist who try to prove confidence as a myth and making it something more comprehensible. Definitions: Self-confidence is a positive and balanced attitude having to do with the Self dimension. It consists of a basic belief that we can do what is needed to produce the desired outcome. Emily A. Sterrett, Ph.D. [8] the paradox of confidence as said by a British philosopher and a Nobel laureate One of the painful things about our time is that those who feel certainty are stupid, and those with any imagination and understanding are filled with doubt and indecision Bertrand Russell Motive Confidence is a mind-set which comes from within, and it’s attainable for all of us. With that in mind, choose to be confident Susie Timlin Global Director of People & Culture, Hays Talent Solutions   Leitmotif to get off the muddle Concepts that have always proved to be helpful. There is always a guide book, there is always 5 7 steps to grievance confidence. Here are some nice means that were posted in many scientific articles and other important icon that can just be considered enlightenment. changing posture [1], there was also an article about reverse stimulation, where you could smile when you are sad making your body to feel the happiness and there by creating a small window to escape depression. smiling before you are angry could release the steam off…. Read more



SE and 7816 Protocol: The Core of Smart Card Technology

Smart cards have become an indispensable part of our daily lives, used in various applications such as finance, transportation, and identity verification. At the heart of smart card technology lies the Secure Element (SE) and the 7816 protocol, which together form the foundation of security and reliability. In this blog post, we will delve into the history, application scenarios, technical details, and implementation methods of SE and 7816 protocol. Secure Element (SE) Definition A Secure Element (SE) is a microprocessor chip specifically designed for security applications, used in smart cards, mobile devices, and other electronic devices. The primary function of an SE is to provide secure storage, computation, and encryption services, protecting sensitive user information from unauthorized access or leakage. History The history of SE dates back to the 1980s, when smart cards were first emerging, and there was a need for a secure microprocessor to protect user information. As smart card technology advanced, SEs evolved to become more secure, faster, and reliable. Application Scenarios The application scenarios of SEs are diverse and widespread, including: Smart cards: SEs are the core component of smart cards, responsible for storing and processing user information.Mobile devices: SEs are used to protect user information related to mobile payments, identity verification, and other sensitive data.Tablets and laptops: SEs are used to protect user information and commercial secrets. 7816 Protocol Definition The 7816 protocol is a standard protocol in the smart card industry, defining the communication protocol between smart cards and readers. The protocol was first… Read more