The Natalie Trusdale Blog: self-esteem building articles for your growth

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.  […]

Break free from the trap of body checking and overcome negative body image. Empower yourself and learn to embrace self-love and confidence 💪

… ‘I hate my nose.’ … ‘My eyes are too close together.’ … ‘My legs are too short/my body is too long.’ … ‘I feel really fat. I daren’t get on the scales.’   Do any of these strike a chord with you?  If so, you’re not alone. We beat ourselves up on a daily basis […]

Positive self-esteem isn’t a destination, it’s a journey. Your journey to greater confidence and self assurance needs encouragement and nurturing – just as we nurture our children, or how the ground nurtures a growing seedling. If you’re struggling with a negative body image, low confidence, or just want to feel more optimistic on a day-to-day […]

Struggling with negative body image? Our blog has practical strategies to help you manage bad body image days and build self-esteem.

Are you trying to lose weight to improve your health? What even is a healthy weight?

Do you have a specific number in mind, and once you achieve it, you’ll be ‘healthier?’

Society has probably taught you that weight and health are related, most commonly, that ‘thin’ bodies are healthier. Therefore if your body doesn’t meet beauty standards and expectations, whether that’s in reality or in your mind, then you will believe that to improve your health you need to set goals around your weight.

At times, we can be our own worst critic when it comes to our bodies, which can affect our self-esteem and mental wellbeing. That’s why we want to share with you five essential facts about body image that will help you develop a more positive relationship with yourself. We’ll explore topics like body positivity and neutrality, how social media can impact our perceptions, and the importance of self-compassion. By understanding these key concepts, you can learn to embrace your unique beauty and feel more confident in your own skin. So, let’s take a journey towards self-love and discover the five things about your body image that you need to know.

How often to do look to other people in order to feel good about yourself? If you’re struggling with low self-esteem of poor body image it’s very likely that you feel a pressure or drive to look a certain way, be a certain weight or be validated by those around you in order to feel confident.

Comparisons can be used by some as a motivator, but for most women its main outcome is low self-esteem, poor body image and reduced happiness. So today lets explore why we get trapped in negative comparison cycles and how we can protect ourselves from the dangers of social comparison.