The Natalie Trusdale Blog: self-esteem building articles for your growth
Supporting women like you on their road to self-acceptance and building their self-esteem is - as cliche as it sounds - my calling.
Before becoming a self-esteem coach - before knowing anything about self-esteem and confidence - I, myself, was at rock bottom.
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Do social events trigger an endless stream of negative body thoughts? You know, the invitation arrives, maybe it’s a birthday, a wedding, a reunion, or a girls’ night out. At first, there’s a flicker of excitement. But almost immediately, that excitement gets swallowed by a wave of anxiety. What am I going to wear?Will someone […]
You finally sit down.Hot tea in hand, your favorite blanket pulled over your lap, a new book read and waiting, and then it hits. The self-care guilt. That voice. Shouldn’t I be doing something right now?Is this lazy? Am I just being selfish? Sound familiar? If you’re feeling guilty for taking time for yourself, you’re […]
Tired of constantly comparing yourself to other women? You open Instagram, and there she is again. Flawless skin. Smiling kids. Perfectly styled kitchen. And somehow, she’s running a business on the side and still managing to look like she’s just stepped out of a wellness retreat. You know you shouldn’t compare… but something about her […]
You wake up, grab your phone, and before you even step out of bed, you’ve already compared yourself to three different women on Instagram. You tell yourself, I should be happy with what I have, but that nagging voice still whispers: If I could just lose a little weight, maybe I’d feel better. Sound familiar? […]
We can’t just wake up one day, decide we want to boost our self esteem and as if my magic it happens. Would be nice if it did. Instead, it happens through small, consistent daily habits that build up over time. Like strengthening a muscle, the more we practice self-supporting behaviours, the stronger our confidence […]
Let’s explore how body image and self-esteem connect and how understanding this link can empower you to create lasting, positive change. Have you ever looked in the mirror and felt like you were seeing more than just your reflection? Maybe it feels like all those little voices – society, social media, even past criticisms are […]
Do you start the New Year hoping to feel more confidence and happiness in the coming year? As the new year begins, it’s easy to dive in with ambitious plans to change how you feel about yourself, spend more time on self-care, or finally achieve the confidence and self-worth you’ve been seeking. Yet, by February, […]
How can you accept your body when you feel unattractive, believe yourself to be imperfect, and wish you had the ‘perfect body’? When you’re surrounded by a strong focus on diet, fitness, body conditioning, and the ‘ideal’ body image, accepting our bodies as the wonderful, unique specimens that they are can feel impossible. So, instead […]
What if your ‘flaws’ weren’t actually flaws at all, but wonderful, individual aspects and traits that make you perfectly unique? Whether you’re struggling with body image, self-doubt, or just a general feeling of not being good enough, my aim in this article is to inspire you to start seeing yourself in a more positive light. […]
