A new multinational study from MetLife reveals that while most adults describe themselves as resilient, their confidence drops by 72% when faced with real-life setbacks. The Confident Pathways Report, conducted across the United States, United Kingdom, Japan, and Mexico, found that early experiences such as sports, education, and mentorship help build confidence, with more than half of adults who participated in sports as children saying those experiences built confidence and persistence. Preparedness is critical, as adults who take proactive steps like budgeting, saving, or maintaining life insurance coverage are 20 times more likely to feel confident they can bounce back. The study also highlights a lack of strong support systems, with less than half of adults feeling supported by friends or a sense of belonging in their community. MetLife and MetLife Foundation are supporting initiatives like the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund to expand access to education and sports programs for youth worldwide.
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