Learning to Trust Ourselves

Learning to trust ourselves - to take up the right amount of space in relationship with ourselves and others - can feel daunting, especially when childhood messages led us to question our feelings, instincts, and abilities. Many of us carry echoes of early influences that told us to ignore our intuition, dismiss our feelings, or doubt our decisions. These messages can linger, making us hesitant to rely on our own judgment. Yet, trusting ourselves is essential for living a confident, fulfilling life.

Building this trust starts with self-awareness practices.

By developing a deep understanding of who we are, and what we think, feel, and believe, we can begin to recognize our inner voice and test it in small ways. This might mean honoring a gut feeling, expressing a personal boundary, or making a decision based on our intuition. Each of these acts, though small, reinforces our connection to ourselves and strengthens our ability to make decisions confidently.

In my work with clients, I often witness powerful transformations as they increase their self-awareness.

When clients learn to tune into their feelings, values, and instincts, they experience a profound shift. Many begin showing up with a new sense of confidence, empowered by the understanding that they can trust themselves to navigate their lives.

Trusting ourselves doesn’t happen overnight, but with each small step, we build a foundation for trusting ourselves with the big decisions, too. As we practice, we move closer to feeling confident, capable, and aligned with our true selves. Learning to trust ourselves is an ongoing journey, but it’s one that leads to a life lived with authenticity, resilience, and a healthy sense of confidence.